Michigan Man Appears for Court Hearing via Zoom While Driving with Suspended License

A Michigan man, Corey Harris, 44, faced a pre-trial hearing in Washtenaw County District Court earlier this month. However, what caught the attention of the judge was the unusual setting for the Zoom appearance.

During the hearing, Mr. Harris was seen in the driver's seat of a vehicle, wearing a seatbelt and donning glasses as he maneuvered the car, looking for a parking space. His reason for the delay was that he was "pulling into my doctor’s office."

Judge's Reaction

The judge, J. Cedric Simpson, was left perplexed by Mr. Harris's choice of location for the Zoom hearing, especially considering that he was facing a charge of driving with a suspended license. The judge emphasized that there are better ways to make one's case than participating in a pre-trial hearing while behind the wheel of a moving vehicle.

This incident serves as a reminder for individuals to approach legal matters with the seriousness they deserve, and to consider the appropriate setting and circumstances for participating in legal proceedings.