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Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Wednesday, April 17
Take My Kidney, Judge Acker!
Season 1 • Episode 168
A woman admits she was married while allowing another man to woo her with lavish gifts.
Wednesday, April 17
Social Club Caught on Tape!
Season 1 • Episode 169
The defendant is surprised to see video evidence of his involvement in an assault.
Thursday, April 18
Street Racing Scam?; Sick Friend in Need or Greed?
Season 1 • Episode 170
A street racer's ex-girlfriend says she bought him the car he illegally raced and then ditched.
Thursday, April 18
Judge Bakman Breaks It Down!
Season 1 • Episode 171
The defendant denies borrowing money from a troubled teen.
Thursday, April 18
Rentally Incapable New
Season 10 • Episode 127
A landlady says tenants left scratched floors, broken appliances and cabinets that were glued shut.
Thursday, April 18
Can't-struction
Season 10 • Episode 62
The landlord of a commercial space sues a former tenant over the cost of repairs.
Friday, April 19
Dog Meets Cat?!; Debilitated Boyfriend Heartbreaker
Season 1 • Episode 172
A rescue dog mauls the family cat; a woman says she nursed her ex back to health after an accident.
Friday, April 19
I'm Not the Baby Daddy!; Teary BFF Break-Up
Season 1 • Episode 174
A mom's ex-boyfriend says she is suing him only because he got back together with his wife.
Friday, April 19
Father Nos Best
Season 10 • Episode 76
A man sues his father for repayment of a loan of unspecified purpose.
Friday, April 19
Sick and Tires of You
Season 10 • Episode 63
After he repossesses a woman's vehicle, a car dealer is sued for the price of new tires and rims.
Monday, April 22
Ruined Wedding Vow Renewal?; Suicide Threat? Pay Back the Debt!
Season 1 • Episode 173
A woman sues her daughter's ex-boyfriend for money owed on a vehicle.
Monday, April 22
My Bench Should Not Be Hot!; Coco, the Matted and Mauled Terrier
Season 1 • Episode 175
A groomer blames a little dog for its own serious injury while in her care.
Monday, April 22 New
Season 10 • Episode 128
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Monday, April 22
Long Live the Kyng
Season 10 • Episode 66
A pet sitter says a businesswoman's beloved Pomeranian was killed by another client's dog.
Tuesday, April 23
Father of Twins No More!; Stop Talking Over Me!
Season 1 • Episode 176
A man admits to destroying property in a fit of rage because newborn twins did not look like him.
Tuesday, April 23
Judge's Voice Slays Defendant; Cousins Call It Quits!
Season 1 • Episode 177
A man denies losing his roommate's dog, whom he claims he saved after she was left for dead.
Tuesday, April 23 New
Season 10 • Episode 129
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Tuesday, April 23
Scoot Scootin' Boogie
Season 10 • Episode 9
The DMV won't let a woman register a used scooter because of discrepancies on the title.
Wednesday, April 24
Toxic Lesbian Love
Season 1 • Episode 178
Ex-lovers fight over a dog, a car crash, assault and accusations of cheating.
Wednesday, April 24
Voicemail From Hell
Season 1 • Episode 179
A teen denies stealing cash from her intoxicated friend after he passes out.
Wednesday, April 24 New
Season 10 • Episode 130
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Wednesday, April 24
The Gig Is Up
Season 10 • Episode 10
A musician refuses to take responsibility for totaling his friend's car.
Thursday, April 25
Woman Falls From Ledge!
Season 1 • Episode 180
A woman is severely injured at her friend's house; he says she was drunk and negligent.
Thursday, April 25
Embezzler or Philanthropist?; BFF Cellphone Wars!
Season 1 • Episode 181
Former friends fight over a phone, accusations of stalking, and a good deed gone bad.
Thursday, April 25 New
Season 10 • Episode 131
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Thursday, April 25
Mind Your Loan Business; Handi-Snapped
Season 10 • Episode 70
After a loan is made between two residents of a senior living center, nagging ensues.
Friday, April 26
Lazy Drama Queen!; Bumper Feud!
Season 1 • Episode 182
Using photos, the judges must figure out which woman damaged a car's bumper.
Friday, April 26
Insane Intersection Incident!; Drug Danger for Disabled Child?
Season 1 • Episode 183
An unlicensed driver denies running a red light and striking another car.
Friday, April 26 New
Season 10 • Episode 132
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Friday, April 26
Car and Driver Missing Wire
Season 10 • Episode 69
A dad accuses a used car's seller of stealing parts while it was in his possession for repairs.
Monday, April 29
Motorcycle Trip Turns Nasty!; Paint Sprayer Bamboozle?
Season 1 • Episode 184
Former friends fight over a microwave, a trip to a motorcycle rally, and accusations of assault.
Monday, April 29
Cheaters and Wife Beaters?!; 8-Year-Old's Confession!
Season 1 • Episode 185
A man sues his married girlfriend because he came to her aid when he thought she was being abused.
Monday, April 29
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Monday, April 29
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Tuesday, April 30
Scamming the Government?; Grandma Gripes and Wipes!
Season 1 • Episode 186
A woman demands that her daughter pay her for baby-sitting, diapers and baby food.
Tuesday, April 30
Destination Wedding Disaster!; Take the Money and Run, Son!
Season 1 • Episode 187
A bridesmaid is late to a dress shop, misses the ring ceremony and sues the bride for a trip refund.
Tuesday, April 30
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Tuesday, April 30
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Wednesday, May 1
Bully Beats Up Labrador; Gas Leak Scare!
Season 1 • Episode 188
The owner of an American bulldog blames its mauling victim; a feud between a landlord and a tenant.
Wednesday, May 1
Counterfeit Sneaker Scam!; Friends or Lovers?
Season 1 • Episode 189
A woman questions the authenticity of her new basketball shoes.
Wednesday, May 1
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Wednesday, May 1
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Thursday, May 2
Parrot Autopsy Results Revealed!; The 50 Missing Items List
Season 1 • Episode 190
A woman accuses her son's ex-girlfriend of damaging her home and stealing property.
Thursday, May 2
Love, Sex and Cancer; Great Friend ... Awful Roommate?
Season 1 • Episode 191
A mom says her former roommate smoked pot, ate all of the food and had a dog who ruined furniture.
Thursday, May 2
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Thursday, May 2
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Friday, May 3
Police Lord of the Rings!; Rental Betrayal
Season 1 • Episode 192
A disgruntled, retired police officer sues for the value of a retirement ring and plaque.
Friday, May 3
Violence and Vehicle Voodoo?!
Season 1 • Episode 193
A mechanic is accused of threatening a woman with a wrench and denies taking advantage of women.
Friday, May 3
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
Friday, May 3
Three judges argue the merits of a case among themselves and render a verdict.
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