How to Discipline Delinquent Defendant Like Judge Mills Lane

"Once I had to gag and shackle a guy," says Nevada district judge and TV court show star Judge Mills Lane. "After a while I asked him if he'd had enough and told him that if he acted up one more time, he'd be outta here!"

Difficulty: Moderately challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Duct Tape
• Judge's Gavel
• Judge's Robe
• Handcuffs
• Shackles
• Duct Tape

1. Start with a firm hand and run your court like you mean business.

2. Have good security on site.

3. Remove the troublemaker if he or she causes too much trouble.

4. Bring the troublemaker back if he or she calms down, and offer another warning.

5. Gag and shackle troublemakers if necessary.

6. Control any courtroom outbursts quickly.

7. Treat everyone equally - attorneys, jury and witnesses.

Tips & Warnings

• "You get a reputation for being tough and people will shape up quick," says Lane. "I earned the nickname 'Maximum Mills.' I'm sure you can guess why."