Woman who joined Zoom court hearing while driving is scolded by judge

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26 Mar 2026 • 9:58 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A Metro Detroit woman, Kimberly Carroll, joined a virtual court hearing via Zoom while driving a car.
  • She initially appeared late to the 33rd District Court hearing and without her camera activated.
  • Upon turning on her camera, it showed she was in a moving vehicle, prompting Judge Michael K McNally to question her.
  • Carroll insisted she was a passenger, but the judge noted her video appeared to be filmed from the driver's side, accusing her of lying.
  • Judge McNally subsequently entered a default judgment against her due to her late appearance and dishonest conduct during the hearing.

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