Law & Order, Season 13

Clerk:
Docket #423763. People vs. Jacqueline Scott. Charge is murder in the first degree.

Judge Goldberg:
That's as good as it gets. What's your plea?

Scott:
Not guilty, your honor.

Brolin:
My client is a valued member of the community. She employs thousands of New Yorkers who depend on her for their salary.

Judge Goldberg:
Does she have a cat? I like cats.

Southerlyn:
The state asks for remand without bail. Miss Scott's wealth makes her a flight risk.

Brolin:
Since when is financial success a criminal offense?

Judge Goldberg:
So, let's say we make her that much less offensive. Bail is set at 2,000,000 cash.

Southerlyn:
Your honor, this defendant could hop on a private plane as easily as you and I could get on the subway.

Judge Goldberg:
But can she get a cab in the rain? I'll take your passport, too, Miss Scott.

Southerlyn:
For added assurance, the People also request an electronic ankle bracelet and house arrest.

Judge Goldberg:
Don't fret, Miss Scott. Maybe you can cook up some matching accessories. [bangs gavel] Next.