A heartwarming moment in court has gone viral after a judge dismissed a $30 parking ticket for a homeless man who couldn’t afford to pay it.
The judge explained that while the ticket was valid, the man’s situation made it impossible for him to cover the fine. “Since you can’t afford it, I’m dismissing it,” the judge said, bringing a smile to the man’s face.
The courtroom erupted in happiness, with people praising the act of compassion. Clips of the exchange have since spread online, with one commenter writing: “This is what justice with humanity looks like.”
It’s yet another example of how kindness in the courtroom — especially in cases involving vulnerable people — can make a lasting impact.
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