Judge Removed from Docket After Handcuffing Teenager
Background
On August 29, 2023, Judge Kenneth King of Detroit's 36th District Court ordered a 15-year-old girl to be handcuffed after she fell asleep during a field trip to his courtroom.
The girl was visiting the courtroom with her class from a local high school. During the visit, she fell asleep in the back of the courtroom.
Judge King ordered the girl to be handcuffed and taken to a holding cell. He also threatened to have her arrested if she fell asleep again.
Response
The incident sparked outrage from the girl's family, community members, and legal experts.
Many people criticized Judge King for his treatment of the girl. They argued that his actions were excessive and that he had humiliated and traumatized the girl.
In response to the criticism, Judge King was temporarily removed from the bench.
Investigation
The Michigan Supreme Court has appointed a special master to investigate Judge King's conduct.
The special master will review the facts of the case and make recommendations to the Michigan Supreme Court.
The Michigan Supreme Court will then decide whether to reinstate Judge King to the bench.
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