Judge Asks Defendant To Put Some Clothes On During Virtual Court Hearing
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 09: A gavel sits on the table as New York City Criminal Court Judge Paul McDonnell works remotely from his Brooklyn apartment due to the coronavirus outbreak on April 09, 2020 in New York City. Judge McDonnell, who usually presides over cases in a Manhattan court room, has had to alter his work routine by hearing cases remotely due to the virus outbreak. While Judge McDonnell still works a full day, he has seen a drop in criminal arrests as COVID-19 slows all New York activity. Across the country, the whole legal profession has been forced to find innovative ways to keep the justice system moving as safety concerns continue to prevent large gatherings. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
A judge in Bay County, Michigan is getting attention online for a reminder he had to issue to his virtual courtroom.
On Monday, Feb. 22, during a virtual Zoom hearing held by Circuit Judge Joseph K. Sheeran. A 33-year-old man appeared before the judge nude from the waist up. He was walking around his home answering questions from the judge before the Sheeran said “I’m going to give you the opportunity to put some clothes on.”
The man stepped out of view of the camera and quickly reappeared with a shirt on. The court hearing continued as normal after that. You can watch the interaction below.
https://youtu.be/TxMoVh_pAY8?t=149
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