司法笑话|Bribe

Taking his seat in his chambers^{1, the judge faced the opposing lawyers.}

So, he said, I have been presented, by both of you, with a bribe^2.

Both lawyers squirmed uncomfortably.

You gave me $15,000. And you gave me $10,000.

The judge reached into his pocket and pulled out a check.

He handed it to the first lawyer. Now then, Im returning $5,000, and were going to decide this case solely^{3 on its merits.}