Lawsuit Filed Against Judge Over Alleged Misconduct During Court Field Trip

A lawsuit has been filed against Judge Kenneth King by the attorneys of 15-year-old Eva Goodman, accusing the judge of humiliation, false arrest, and unlawful detention during a recent field trip to Detroit’s 36th District Court. The incident, which occurred on August 13, involved Judge King ordering the teenager into jail clothes and handcuffs after she fell asleep and displayed what he considered a bad attitude. Goodman’s mother has publicly condemned King, labeling him a “big bully” for his extreme actions. In response, Judge King has been temporarily removed from courtroom duties and is required to undergo additional training.

The situation has sparked significant controversy, with legal experts suggesting that Judge King’s actions, which took place outside of formal court proceedings, could lead to serious legal consequences, potentially bypassing the typical protections of judicial immunity. The scandal has already resulted in the removal of Judge King’s profile from a university website, indicating the growing fallout from the incident.

Do you think Judge King was justified in his actions?