15-year-old Eva Goodman sues Detroit judge Kenneth King for false arrest, detention, and humiliation during a courtroom field trip.

15-year-old Eva Goodman and her family are suing Detroit judge Kenneth King for falsely arresting, detaining, and humiliating her during a courtroom field trip. Eva fell asleep during the visit and was subsequently handcuffed and threatened with jail time, dressed in jail clothing for hours. The lawsuit, filed by her mother and attorneys, seeks over $75,000 in damages and accuses the judge of violating Eva's constitutional rights and causing emotional distress. Judge King was temporarily removed from courtroom duties pending completion of necessary training.

August 21, 2024
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