[Skooz]

If I’m this woman I’m thinking about fleeing US jurisdiction because the mother-child relationship always comes first before what any any black robed jackass has to say.

No no no. We must always obey the diktats of our robed masters, doncha know?

[dennisw]

Depends on where you live but most judges are politically appointed hacks.....Connected lawyers who want to put in 10 years to get a Gov’t pension.

Places I’m familiar with you have to bribe the right people via campaign donations (outright cash payoffs in ye old days and even now) to get a judge appointment. Think 5-10 thousand dollars