Chapter 13 - The Emergency Court Hearing Before Judge Henderson
The courtroom of Judge Henderson in downtown Chicago was packed to capacity on a crisp Tuesday morning.
Marcus sat at the defense table looking pale and exhausted, while Victoria glared daggers at me from across the aisle.
Judge Henderson adjusted his glasses, scanning the thick binder of medical records, audio files, and financial audits.
“I have reviewed the emergency petitions, the police dashcam footage, and the child welfare evaluations,” Judge Henderson announced.
“This court is deeply disturbed by the systematic emotional and physical endangerment documented in these files.”
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Marcus attempted to stand up and speak, but Judge Henderson raised his hand to silence him instantly.
“Sit down, Mr. Parker, or you will be held in direct contempt of this court,” the judge warned coldly.
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