Judge Stops Adoption Hearing After Mom Yells Three Words

Judge Dupree leading the way

Judge Dupree’s car led the way, her expression hidden behind the frosted windows. She was known for her no-nonsense approach to justice, but this case unsettled her in ways she couldn’t explain. Emily’s three words lingered in her mind. “They stole her.” The statement’s weight bore down on her as she steeled herself for the visit ahead. She knew more than she led on, and if she was right, a hard decision needed to be made