1 00:00:01,535 --> 00:00:04,269 [dramatic music] 2 00:00:04,338 --> 00:00:09,741 ♪ ♪ 3 00:00:09,810 --> 00:00:11,477 - Hi, everyone, I'm dan abrams, 4 00:00:11,679 --> 00:00:12,611 And this is "courtcam." 5 00:00:12,680 --> 00:00:14,613 - You ready to take the plea? 6 00:00:14,682 --> 00:00:16,414 [group shouting] - don't run. 7 00:00:16,483 --> 00:00:17,983 - [bleep] damn! 8 00:00:19,620 --> 00:00:21,686 - I'm killing all you [bleep]! 9 00:00:21,756 --> 00:00:23,288 - I hope you die in prison as well. 10 00:00:23,356 --> 00:00:28,360 ♪ ♪ 11 00:00:28,429 --> 00:00:30,095 [subdued music] 12 00:00:30,163 --> 00:00:31,963 - First up, we're at the meigs county courthouse 13 00:00:32,033 --> 00:00:36,101 In decatur, tennessee, for a family court case. 14 00:00:36,169 --> 00:00:38,837 33-year-old rashad hawkins was just given jail time 15 00:00:38,906 --> 00:00:41,006 For failing to pay child support. 16 00:00:43,043 --> 00:00:44,443 But before he could be taken into custody... 17 00:00:44,645 --> 00:00:45,911 [music intensifies] 18 00:00:46,113 --> 00:00:48,580 He dips out of the second-floor courtroom, 19 00:00:48,782 --> 00:00:51,249 Drops by the reception desk, 20 00:00:51,318 --> 00:00:52,784 ♪ ♪ 21 00:00:52,853 --> 00:00:54,186 Then makes his way to the exit. 22 00:00:54,388 --> 00:00:57,990 ♪ ♪ 23 00:00:58,058 --> 00:00:59,992 Since it looks like there's nowhere to run, 24 00:01:00,060 --> 00:01:03,528 This deputy follows in leisurely pursuit. 25 00:01:03,597 --> 00:01:04,729 But hawkins hops over 26 00:01:04,798 --> 00:01:07,599 The second-floor balcony railing, 27 00:01:07,668 --> 00:01:09,267 Quickly lowers himself down, 28 00:01:09,336 --> 00:01:10,335 ♪ ♪ 29 00:01:10,538 --> 00:01:11,870 Then "drops by" 30 00:01:11,939 --> 00:01:15,273 On an unsuspecting potted plant below. 31 00:01:15,342 --> 00:01:20,011 ♪ ♪ 32 00:01:20,081 --> 00:01:22,214 The deputy appears to be weighing his options. 33 00:01:22,416 --> 00:01:24,983 ♪ ♪ 34 00:01:26,153 --> 00:01:29,822 But following hawkins down is not one of them. 35 00:01:30,024 --> 00:01:31,756 Amazingly, after the second-story drop, 36 00:01:31,826 --> 00:01:34,026 Both hawkins and the potted plant 37 00:01:34,094 --> 00:01:37,763 Bounce back into place as if nothing happened. 38 00:01:37,831 --> 00:01:39,964 Then hawkins-- who miraculously 39 00:01:40,033 --> 00:01:43,502 Never lets go of the paperwork he's holding-- 40 00:01:43,570 --> 00:01:45,237 Simply disappears. 41 00:01:45,306 --> 00:01:46,105 ♪ ♪ 42 00:01:46,307 --> 00:01:47,639 Back above, the deputy and others 43 00:01:47,707 --> 00:01:48,840 Look around in disbelief. 44 00:01:48,909 --> 00:01:50,909 And below, a few people peek out 45 00:01:50,978 --> 00:01:53,378 To see what the commotion's all about. 46 00:01:53,447 --> 00:01:55,514 [dramatic music] 47 00:01:55,583 --> 00:01:57,782 For the next 20 days, 48 00:01:57,852 --> 00:01:59,851 Hawkins was a wanted man on the run. 49 00:01:59,920 --> 00:02:02,521 But his vanishing act came to an end 50 00:02:02,723 --> 00:02:04,122 More than 200 miles away, 51 00:02:04,191 --> 00:02:07,259 When an officer responded to a trespassing complaint 52 00:02:07,327 --> 00:02:11,797 From neighbors reporting a man spotted in their backyards. 53 00:02:11,865 --> 00:02:12,798 According to the police report, 54 00:02:13,000 --> 00:02:15,667 Hawkins again ran to avoid capture, 55 00:02:15,735 --> 00:02:17,869 But was eventually arrested 56 00:02:17,938 --> 00:02:20,138 Following an altercation with an officer. 57 00:02:20,207 --> 00:02:23,074 In addition to his outstanding warrant in tennessee, 58 00:02:23,143 --> 00:02:26,811 Hawkins was hit with a long list of new charges, 59 00:02:26,880 --> 00:02:28,413 Including criminal trespassing, 60 00:02:28,616 --> 00:02:29,548 Resisting arrest, 61 00:02:29,616 --> 00:02:31,984 And third-degree assault on a police officer. 62 00:02:32,820 --> 00:02:34,619 Hawkins is being held without bail 63 00:02:34,688 --> 00:02:37,422 Until his next court hearing. 64 00:02:37,490 --> 00:02:39,992 [dramatic music] 65 00:02:40,427 --> 00:02:41,994 - Milton watts? 66 00:02:43,964 --> 00:02:46,231 - Next, we're in berea municipal court. 67 00:02:46,300 --> 00:02:47,966 ♪ ♪ 68 00:02:48,034 --> 00:02:50,502 The defendant-- 21-year-old milton watts-- 69 00:02:50,571 --> 00:02:51,570 Has turned himself in 70 00:02:51,638 --> 00:02:53,171 After a warrant was issued for his arrest 71 00:02:53,240 --> 00:02:57,309 For failure to appear on a domestic violence charge. 72 00:02:57,377 --> 00:02:58,844 ♪ ♪ 73 00:02:59,046 --> 00:03:01,913 - You were supposed to be here last month. 74 00:03:01,982 --> 00:03:04,516 You did not appear. Why weren't you here? 75 00:03:04,584 --> 00:03:05,517 - My mom didn't show up. 76 00:03:05,719 --> 00:03:07,853 Somebody died in the family. 77 00:03:07,921 --> 00:03:10,922 There was no reason for me to be here. 78 00:03:10,991 --> 00:03:13,392 - Well, it's not an engraved invitation, son. 79 00:03:13,594 --> 00:03:15,260 It's a court order. 80 00:03:15,329 --> 00:03:16,862 ♪ ♪ 81 00:03:17,064 --> 00:03:18,863 - Things are clearly off to a rocky start 82 00:03:18,932 --> 00:03:21,600 Between watts and judge chris green. 83 00:03:21,669 --> 00:03:22,801 But watts seems comfortable 84 00:03:22,870 --> 00:03:25,536 Handling the situation on his own. 85 00:03:25,606 --> 00:03:26,805 - Your attorney withdrew, 86 00:03:26,873 --> 00:03:28,006 So you'll have to hire an attorney. 87 00:03:31,745 --> 00:03:33,278 - You're a lawyer? - Nope. 88 00:03:33,347 --> 00:03:33,945 ♪ ♪ 89 00:03:34,014 --> 00:03:35,146 - Unfortunately for watts, 90 00:03:35,215 --> 00:03:40,018 His grasp on the legal process seems spotty at best. 91 00:03:40,087 --> 00:03:41,620 - Do you want to talk to me of having a bond with me? 92 00:03:41,688 --> 00:03:42,988 What do you want to tell me? 93 00:03:44,291 --> 00:03:45,991 - Bond. 94 00:03:51,231 --> 00:03:54,166 - Judge green, who's known for his no-nonsense style, 95 00:03:54,234 --> 00:03:57,970 Doesn't seem particularly receptive to the attitude. 96 00:03:58,172 --> 00:04:00,371 - That's gonna cost you 30 days in the county jail 97 00:04:00,440 --> 00:04:02,641 For contempt. 98 00:04:02,843 --> 00:04:05,010 Cuff him. If you've got the cuffs. 99 00:04:05,912 --> 00:04:07,846 - Hold on, it's $5,000 cash surety bond 100 00:04:08,048 --> 00:04:10,983 Subject to the temporary protection order. 101 00:04:12,052 --> 00:04:14,519 - Watts' remarks have already cost him dearly. 102 00:04:14,588 --> 00:04:16,588 And now he doubles down. 103 00:04:16,657 --> 00:04:18,991 - He just swore at the judge. 104 00:04:19,793 --> 00:04:21,193 Can I give you a piece of advice? 105 00:04:21,395 --> 00:04:21,993 - What? 106 00:04:22,062 --> 00:04:23,528 - You can either make life easy 107 00:04:23,597 --> 00:04:24,997 Or you can make life hard. 108 00:04:26,800 --> 00:04:29,001 - That's 60. You wanna go for 90? 109 00:04:30,404 --> 00:04:32,471 - That's 90 more. 110 00:04:32,539 --> 00:04:33,538 - Stop it. Milton. 111 00:04:33,607 --> 00:04:36,008 - That's 180. - Milton. 112 00:04:36,410 --> 00:04:39,011 - That's 360. 113 00:04:48,822 --> 00:04:50,421 - Yeah, I'm at about a year right now 114 00:04:50,490 --> 00:04:51,289 In contempt, so... 115 00:04:51,358 --> 00:04:53,024 ♪ ♪ 116 00:04:53,093 --> 00:04:55,026 - Watts' mother and sister attempt to intervene, 117 00:04:55,095 --> 00:04:57,996 But there is no stopping the foul-mouthed tirade. 118 00:04:59,433 --> 00:05:00,999 - I don't care. 119 00:05:04,371 --> 00:05:05,003 - Okay. 120 00:05:06,439 --> 00:05:08,706 - Okay. Okay. 121 00:05:08,775 --> 00:05:09,708 - [bleep] [bleep] - [indistinct] 122 00:05:09,776 --> 00:05:11,243 - [bleep] [bleep] son of [bleep]. 123 00:05:11,445 --> 00:05:12,511 - Stop it. 124 00:05:12,579 --> 00:05:15,013 [indistinct chatter] 125 00:05:26,593 --> 00:05:27,925 - Stop. Just let him 126 00:05:27,994 --> 00:05:29,794 Do whatever he wants him to. - Listen. Listen. 127 00:05:29,863 --> 00:05:30,929 - Deputies and other court staff 128 00:05:30,998 --> 00:05:33,264 Quickly arrive at the courtroom for backup. 129 00:05:33,333 --> 00:05:35,000 - Milton! 130 00:05:47,147 --> 00:05:49,548 - Despite the judge going all the way up to 360 days 131 00:05:49,750 --> 00:05:51,483 In the heat of the moment, 132 00:05:51,552 --> 00:05:53,018 Once watts calmed down, 133 00:05:53,220 --> 00:05:55,420 The judge ultimately decided to reduce the sentence 134 00:05:55,622 --> 00:05:56,755 To 90 days in jail-- 135 00:05:56,957 --> 00:06:00,292 Or four days per four-letter word. 136 00:06:00,360 --> 00:06:01,226 ♪ ♪ 137 00:06:01,294 --> 00:06:02,828 For the initial domestic violence charge 138 00:06:02,896 --> 00:06:04,563 He was originally in court for, 139 00:06:04,631 --> 00:06:05,897 He later pled no contest 140 00:06:05,966 --> 00:06:09,000 And was sentenced to five days in jail. 141 00:06:13,774 --> 00:06:14,572 - Next, we're in tampa, florida, 142 00:06:14,641 --> 00:06:15,574 For a zoom court hearing. 143 00:06:15,776 --> 00:06:17,842 - All right, so we're here on 144 00:06:17,911 --> 00:06:21,246 State of florida v. Jennifer carvajal. 145 00:06:21,315 --> 00:06:23,981 ♪ ♪ 146 00:06:24,050 --> 00:06:26,584 - The 24-year-old's facing serious charges-- 147 00:06:26,653 --> 00:06:27,919 Including dui manslaughter-- 148 00:06:27,987 --> 00:06:30,655 After a passenger in her car was killed 149 00:06:30,858 --> 00:06:32,657 And two others severely injured 150 00:06:32,726 --> 00:06:34,258 In a high-speed car accident. 151 00:06:34,327 --> 00:06:36,528 ♪ ♪ 152 00:06:36,730 --> 00:06:37,729 This police dashcam video 153 00:06:37,931 --> 00:06:39,798 Shows the car driven by carvajal 154 00:06:39,866 --> 00:06:42,533 Traveling at 111 miles per hour 155 00:06:42,602 --> 00:06:44,335 On a florida highway. 156 00:06:44,405 --> 00:06:45,537 [traffic noises] 157 00:06:45,605 --> 00:06:49,140 [police siren blaring] 158 00:06:49,209 --> 00:06:51,476 After clocking her speed, the officer hits the lights 159 00:06:51,678 --> 00:06:53,345 And begins the pursuit. 160 00:06:53,547 --> 00:06:55,747 [intense music] 161 00:06:55,949 --> 00:06:57,015 Down the freeway, he catches up. 162 00:06:57,083 --> 00:06:59,818 But as he closes in to pull carvajal over, 163 00:06:59,887 --> 00:07:01,686 She whips the car onto the shoulder, 164 00:07:01,754 --> 00:07:04,422 And then skids out of control. 165 00:07:04,491 --> 00:07:05,290 [tires screeching] 166 00:07:05,358 --> 00:07:07,292 ♪ ♪ 167 00:07:07,360 --> 00:07:09,294 [crashes] 168 00:07:09,362 --> 00:07:12,830 ♪ ♪ 169 00:07:12,899 --> 00:07:14,900 After the car jerks to the right, 170 00:07:14,968 --> 00:07:17,903 A second camera on the officer's cruiser 171 00:07:18,105 --> 00:07:20,639 Shows carvajal's car speeding off the highway 172 00:07:20,707 --> 00:07:22,441 And hitting an embankment, 173 00:07:22,643 --> 00:07:24,643 Sending it airborne. 174 00:07:24,711 --> 00:07:26,978 After flying over a fence, 175 00:07:27,180 --> 00:07:29,981 The car crash-lands into a car dealership lot, 176 00:07:30,050 --> 00:07:32,184 Hitting a parked truck and then a light pole. 177 00:07:32,386 --> 00:07:34,319 [crashes] 178 00:07:34,521 --> 00:07:36,988 [siren blaring] 179 00:07:39,059 --> 00:07:41,993 At the scene, emergency personnel discover 180 00:07:42,062 --> 00:07:44,862 That two passengers were ejected from the car. 181 00:07:44,931 --> 00:07:46,465 Another was seriously injured inside. 182 00:07:46,667 --> 00:07:48,733 And jennifer carvajal-- 183 00:07:48,936 --> 00:07:50,469 The only one wearing a seatbelt-- 184 00:07:50,671 --> 00:07:53,004 Had just minor injuries. 185 00:07:53,206 --> 00:07:56,808 Her blood alcohol level was later recorded at .10, 186 00:07:56,877 --> 00:07:59,410 Slightly above the .08 legal limit. 187 00:07:59,479 --> 00:08:00,945 [somber music] 188 00:08:01,014 --> 00:08:03,014 One of the passengers thrown from the car, 189 00:08:03,083 --> 00:08:07,218 Carvajal's 22-year-old cousin, did not survive. 190 00:08:07,287 --> 00:08:08,420 ♪ ♪ 191 00:08:08,488 --> 00:08:09,420 [dramatic music] 192 00:08:09,489 --> 00:08:10,956 Now at the hearing, judge catherine catlin 193 00:08:11,024 --> 00:08:13,491 Will determine if carvajal should continue 194 00:08:13,560 --> 00:08:15,426 To be held without bond. 195 00:08:15,495 --> 00:08:16,761 - So ms. Carvajal, 196 00:08:16,830 --> 00:08:18,830 On the one count of dui manslaughter 197 00:08:18,898 --> 00:08:20,098 That still did not have a bond on it, 198 00:08:20,300 --> 00:08:23,835 I'm gonna grant the state's motion for pretrial detention 199 00:08:24,037 --> 00:08:26,838 And hold you without bond on that one count. 200 00:08:26,907 --> 00:08:27,572 - Part of the state's recommendation 201 00:08:27,774 --> 00:08:29,908 To hold carvajal in custody 202 00:08:29,977 --> 00:08:32,910 May be because this is not the first time 203 00:08:32,979 --> 00:08:35,980 She's faced a dui manslaughter charge. 204 00:08:36,049 --> 00:08:38,516 The entire situation's a horrific flashback 205 00:08:38,585 --> 00:08:40,918 To seven years earlier 206 00:08:40,987 --> 00:08:43,722 When, at 16, carvajal pleaded no contest 207 00:08:43,924 --> 00:08:46,391 To a charge of dui manslaughter 208 00:08:46,593 --> 00:08:47,792 In an adult court, 209 00:08:47,861 --> 00:08:49,594 And faced sentencing two years later 210 00:08:49,796 --> 00:08:51,996 After she turned 18 years old. 211 00:08:52,065 --> 00:08:54,932 Carvajal was sentenced to five years in prison 212 00:08:55,001 --> 00:08:57,736 With an additional five years of probation, 213 00:08:57,938 --> 00:08:59,738 Probation that was still in effect 214 00:08:59,940 --> 00:09:02,073 When the second incident occurred. 215 00:09:02,142 --> 00:09:03,942 In addition to having carvajal held without bond, 216 00:09:04,010 --> 00:09:07,145 The state then makes another request. 217 00:09:07,213 --> 00:09:10,415 - The state is requesting that the defendant be ordered 218 00:09:10,617 --> 00:09:12,750 Not to make contact 219 00:09:12,819 --> 00:09:15,820 With either of the two living victims 220 00:09:15,888 --> 00:09:19,624 Or to the mother of the deceased victim 221 00:09:19,693 --> 00:09:22,026 In this case--pedro carvajal. 222 00:09:22,095 --> 00:09:25,830 And his mother is present with us today, your honor. 223 00:09:25,899 --> 00:09:27,165 - Both carvajal and the victim's mother 224 00:09:27,233 --> 00:09:29,768 Can be seen wiping away tears as the family tragedy 225 00:09:29,970 --> 00:09:32,504 And no contact order is discussed. 226 00:09:32,572 --> 00:09:33,972 [emotional music] 227 00:09:34,040 --> 00:09:36,041 - 'cause it's family, obviously some people 228 00:09:36,243 --> 00:09:39,110 Without even controlling the wrong with good intentions 229 00:09:39,179 --> 00:09:41,912 Just trying to check on people may very well run afoul 230 00:09:41,982 --> 00:09:45,049 Of unintentionally violating a court order 231 00:09:45,118 --> 00:09:46,851 But it's not because of my client's directing anyone. 232 00:09:47,054 --> 00:09:49,187 - It is gonna be part of the order from today. 233 00:09:49,255 --> 00:09:52,524 So ms. Pizarro, if you'll just add it to the written order 234 00:09:52,592 --> 00:09:53,992 So there's no confusion. 235 00:09:55,128 --> 00:09:57,928 - Judge catlin would approve the no contact order. 236 00:09:57,998 --> 00:09:59,798 Jennifer carvajal was held without bond, 237 00:10:00,000 --> 00:10:03,401 And her trial is currently pending. 238 00:10:03,470 --> 00:10:06,071 [dramatic music] 239 00:10:06,273 --> 00:10:09,474 Next, we head to family court in syracuse, new york. 240 00:10:09,543 --> 00:10:11,008 [lighthearted music] 241 00:10:11,077 --> 00:10:13,011 The plaintiffs are mark and christina rotondo 242 00:10:13,213 --> 00:10:16,348 Who have filed a suit against michael rotondo-- 243 00:10:16,550 --> 00:10:18,349 Their own son. 244 00:10:18,418 --> 00:10:19,417 The offense? 245 00:10:19,486 --> 00:10:21,619 The 30-year-old has been living with his parents 246 00:10:21,688 --> 00:10:23,488 Rent-free for eight years, 247 00:10:23,557 --> 00:10:26,157 And they want him out. 248 00:10:26,225 --> 00:10:28,759 So instead of serving him another home-cooked meal, 249 00:10:28,828 --> 00:10:30,628 They've served him five letters 250 00:10:30,697 --> 00:10:32,830 Asking him to please leave. 251 00:10:32,899 --> 00:10:34,966 But rotondo claims he's no deadbeat-- 252 00:10:35,034 --> 00:10:38,036 That he just needs more time to find a job, 253 00:10:38,104 --> 00:10:40,839 Which he says he needs to support his young son 254 00:10:40,907 --> 00:10:42,840 Who lives with the boy's mother. 255 00:10:42,909 --> 00:10:44,976 The parents even offered rotondo $1,100 256 00:10:45,044 --> 00:10:47,645 To help him pay for a new place to stay-- 257 00:10:47,714 --> 00:10:49,914 Which he gladly accepted, 258 00:10:49,983 --> 00:10:53,985 But promptly used for living "expenses." 259 00:10:55,188 --> 00:10:57,989 So mom and dad take their boomerang kid to court. 260 00:10:58,191 --> 00:11:00,458 The millennial whose story was thoroughly covered 261 00:11:00,527 --> 00:11:01,459 By a local news crew 262 00:11:01,661 --> 00:11:03,862 Is representing himself, 263 00:11:04,064 --> 00:11:06,931 While his parents have hired an attorney. 264 00:11:07,000 --> 00:11:09,667 - They have no obligation to provide support. 265 00:11:09,736 --> 00:11:11,202 He's well over the age of 21. 266 00:11:11,404 --> 00:11:12,937 ♪ ♪ 267 00:11:13,006 --> 00:11:14,806 - Rotondo's asking judge donald greenwood 268 00:11:15,008 --> 00:11:17,208 For six months before he has to leave. 269 00:11:17,410 --> 00:11:18,743 ♪ ♪ 270 00:11:18,812 --> 00:11:19,877 - The petitioner is required to serve 271 00:11:19,946 --> 00:11:24,882 A six-month notice to quit onto me for-- 272 00:11:24,951 --> 00:11:27,752 To seek removal of myself from the premises. 273 00:11:27,821 --> 00:11:29,554 And the reason for this is because 274 00:11:29,623 --> 00:11:30,422 Anyone who is not the tenant 275 00:11:30,624 --> 00:11:31,956 Who is a family member 276 00:11:32,024 --> 00:11:35,693 Who is depending on the homeowners for support 277 00:11:35,762 --> 00:11:38,362 Requires six months to basically 278 00:11:38,432 --> 00:11:39,964 Procure the means 279 00:11:40,032 --> 00:11:40,999 So that they may support themselves on their own. 280 00:11:47,174 --> 00:11:49,974 - While his parents look on, seemingly wondering, 281 00:11:50,042 --> 00:11:51,509 "why doesn't michael put this much effort 282 00:11:51,578 --> 00:11:53,111 Into finding a job?" 283 00:11:53,313 --> 00:11:56,180 It looks like rotondo may have the judge on his side. 284 00:11:56,249 --> 00:11:58,783 - A six month notice to quit is a reasonable amount of time 285 00:11:58,851 --> 00:12:00,518 For someone who has been depending on 286 00:12:00,586 --> 00:12:02,654 Persons for support-- 287 00:12:02,722 --> 00:12:05,790 You need six months to procure 288 00:12:05,992 --> 00:12:07,992 What you would need to support yourself. 289 00:12:13,867 --> 00:12:14,933 - They're supporting me with housing. 290 00:12:15,001 --> 00:12:17,869 - After both sides present their case, 291 00:12:17,937 --> 00:12:20,004 Judge greenwood makes his decision. 292 00:12:24,811 --> 00:12:26,677 That somebody in this day and age 293 00:12:26,747 --> 00:12:30,014 Could be in somebody else's home 294 00:12:30,083 --> 00:12:34,819 With a six-month notice before they have to leave. 295 00:12:34,887 --> 00:12:36,954 - The judge rules against rotondo, 296 00:12:37,023 --> 00:12:39,490 Who has no choice now but to box up his stuff 297 00:12:39,559 --> 00:12:42,293 And move into an airbnb. 298 00:12:42,361 --> 00:12:43,428 ♪ ♪ 299 00:12:43,630 --> 00:12:44,829 On the bright side, 300 00:12:44,898 --> 00:12:46,831 He's also offered a store-level job 301 00:12:46,900 --> 00:12:48,900 By the coo of a national pizza chain. 302 00:12:49,102 --> 00:12:53,004 It is unclear whether rotondo accepted it. 303 00:12:53,440 --> 00:12:55,006 [car horn honks] 304 00:12:58,978 --> 00:13:00,444 - I want ms. Davis to know I do not hate her. 305 00:13:00,514 --> 00:13:01,379 I have forgiven her. 306 00:13:01,448 --> 00:13:02,847 [intense music] 307 00:13:02,915 --> 00:13:04,849 - Next, we're in cincinnati, ohio, 308 00:13:04,918 --> 00:13:07,185 For the sentencing of samantha davis. 309 00:13:07,387 --> 00:13:07,986 ♪ ♪ 310 00:13:08,188 --> 00:13:09,987 The 28-year-old was found guilty 311 00:13:10,056 --> 00:13:11,856 Of two counts of aggravated drug possession 312 00:13:11,925 --> 00:13:13,791 And two counts of vehicular homicide 313 00:13:13,860 --> 00:13:15,860 After she lost control of her truck 314 00:13:16,062 --> 00:13:18,663 And sent it careening off an overpass-- 315 00:13:18,865 --> 00:13:21,199 Crushing an oncoming car below. 316 00:13:21,401 --> 00:13:23,534 ♪ ♪ 317 00:13:23,603 --> 00:13:25,003 Inside that vehicle, 318 00:13:25,071 --> 00:13:28,539 A 67-year-old woman and her adult daughter 319 00:13:28,608 --> 00:13:30,274 Were killed instantly. 320 00:13:30,343 --> 00:13:31,743 ♪ ♪ 321 00:13:31,945 --> 00:13:32,810 Davis was ejected from her truck 322 00:13:32,879 --> 00:13:36,080 But survived with minor injuries. 323 00:13:36,149 --> 00:13:39,016 At the time, she was driving on a suspended license, 324 00:13:39,085 --> 00:13:41,953 And investigators believe she crushed and snorted 325 00:13:42,022 --> 00:13:45,290 Prescription pain pills prior to the accident. 326 00:13:45,358 --> 00:13:46,757 ♪ ♪ 327 00:13:46,827 --> 00:13:49,093 Now at sentencing, everett miller, 328 00:13:49,296 --> 00:13:51,829 Whose ex-wife and daughter were killed in the accident, 329 00:13:51,898 --> 00:13:54,232 Shares a victim impact statement. 330 00:13:54,301 --> 00:13:55,833 ♪ ♪ 331 00:13:55,902 --> 00:14:00,104 - Losing a child in any case is painful. 332 00:14:00,173 --> 00:14:04,576 My children have lost both their mother and their sister, 333 00:14:04,778 --> 00:14:06,176 And every day it is difficult. 334 00:14:06,246 --> 00:14:09,380 I live with the knowledge that I will not get to hold her, 335 00:14:09,449 --> 00:14:10,514 Or to hug her, 336 00:14:10,584 --> 00:14:11,649 Or to hear her say to me, 337 00:14:11,851 --> 00:14:14,451 "hey, dad," when she greeted me. 338 00:14:14,520 --> 00:14:15,519 [emotional music] 339 00:14:15,588 --> 00:14:16,854 - Amid his own grief, 340 00:14:16,923 --> 00:14:18,989 Miller then acknowledges samantha davis, 341 00:14:19,058 --> 00:14:21,926 Who can be seen crying just a few feet away. 342 00:14:21,995 --> 00:14:24,461 - I want ms. Davis to know I do not hate her. 343 00:14:24,530 --> 00:14:26,998 I have forgiven her. 344 00:14:29,001 --> 00:14:32,203 I think justice, however, needs to be served. 345 00:14:32,405 --> 00:14:34,138 ♪ ♪ 346 00:14:34,206 --> 00:14:36,607 - Britney miller, who lost her mother and grandma, 347 00:14:36,676 --> 00:14:39,010 Then addresses the court. 348 00:14:39,879 --> 00:14:41,679 - I have gone through many emotions 349 00:14:41,748 --> 00:14:43,948 In regards to samantha davis. 350 00:14:44,017 --> 00:14:46,618 I have compassion for her children and family, 351 00:14:46,820 --> 00:14:48,553 And I would never wish on anyone 352 00:14:48,621 --> 00:14:49,988 What she's going through. 353 00:14:50,957 --> 00:14:53,758 I also feel that there needs to be consequences 354 00:14:53,826 --> 00:14:55,994 For what her actions have caused. 355 00:14:56,896 --> 00:14:58,829 - Before learning her sentence, 356 00:14:58,899 --> 00:15:01,966 Samantha davis gives a tearful apology. 357 00:15:02,168 --> 00:15:03,768 - I want to apologize to both your family and mine 358 00:15:03,837 --> 00:15:06,638 For the ripple effect this has caused. 359 00:15:06,840 --> 00:15:08,505 All the pain, heartache, grief, 360 00:15:08,574 --> 00:15:09,840 And all the lost time. 361 00:15:09,909 --> 00:15:12,376 All the tears and the sleepless nights. 362 00:15:12,445 --> 00:15:13,578 All the prayers. 363 00:15:13,780 --> 00:15:15,013 So much you'll never get back. 364 00:15:16,049 --> 00:15:17,915 I can't pretend to know the pain or hardships 365 00:15:17,984 --> 00:15:20,518 You have all endured these last three years. 366 00:15:20,720 --> 00:15:21,719 Although I may have my own, 367 00:15:21,921 --> 00:15:23,454 My mind is always flashing back to you 368 00:15:23,656 --> 00:15:25,856 And reminding myself that 369 00:15:25,925 --> 00:15:29,794 Regardless how bad I might think I have it, 370 00:15:29,862 --> 00:15:32,864 You guys definitely have it worse. 371 00:15:32,932 --> 00:15:34,531 - Facing a possible maximum sentence 372 00:15:34,600 --> 00:15:35,867 Of 18 years in prison, 373 00:15:36,069 --> 00:15:39,137 Davis' fate is now in the judge's hands. 374 00:15:39,205 --> 00:15:44,008 - It's very hard to assign a number for someone's life. 375 00:15:45,077 --> 00:15:48,479 I'm looking at the role where her actions caused 376 00:15:48,547 --> 00:15:50,982 Reckless behavior. 377 00:15:51,818 --> 00:15:53,818 The number for counts two and four 378 00:15:53,886 --> 00:15:56,154 Of the ohio department of correction: 379 00:15:56,356 --> 00:15:57,354 Four. 380 00:15:57,423 --> 00:15:58,356 Total: Eight. 381 00:15:58,425 --> 00:16:00,758 [dramatic music] 382 00:16:00,827 --> 00:16:03,561 - Samantha davis' total sentence 383 00:16:03,630 --> 00:16:04,629 Is eight years in prison. 384 00:16:04,697 --> 00:16:06,830 Four years for each count 385 00:16:06,899 --> 00:16:08,832 Of aggravated vehicular homicide. 386 00:16:08,901 --> 00:16:10,901 She was also sentenced to two years 387 00:16:10,971 --> 00:16:13,571 For the aggravated drug possession charge, 388 00:16:13,640 --> 00:16:15,973 To be served concurrently. 389 00:16:16,042 --> 00:16:18,109 Davis later filed a successful appeal-- 390 00:16:18,178 --> 00:16:20,978 Getting her vehicular homicide convictions thrown out 391 00:16:21,047 --> 00:16:24,248 Based on ineffective assistance of counsel. 392 00:16:24,316 --> 00:16:28,185 A new trial will be conducted unless prosecutors succeed 393 00:16:28,254 --> 00:16:31,989 In getting the appeals court to reconsider its decision. 394 00:16:32,058 --> 00:16:34,993 Until then, samantha davis remains in custody. 395 00:16:40,400 --> 00:16:41,665 - [crying] 396 00:16:41,734 --> 00:16:43,200 [breathlessly] I'm so sorry. 397 00:16:43,269 --> 00:16:44,935 [sobs] 398 00:16:45,005 --> 00:16:46,804 - Next, we take you to wilson county, texas, 399 00:16:46,873 --> 00:16:48,873 Where the man on trial is typically 400 00:16:49,075 --> 00:16:51,809 On the other side of the witness stand. 401 00:16:52,011 --> 00:16:53,811 Attorney mark benavides has been charged 402 00:16:54,013 --> 00:16:56,214 With six counts of human trafficking. 403 00:16:56,416 --> 00:16:57,949 ♪ ♪ 404 00:16:58,151 --> 00:17:01,018 Human trafficking involves the use of force, 405 00:17:01,087 --> 00:17:04,555 Fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labor 406 00:17:04,623 --> 00:17:06,991 Or commercial sex act. 407 00:17:07,827 --> 00:17:09,827 Benavides, a married father of two, 408 00:17:09,896 --> 00:17:12,963 Allegedly traded legal representation 409 00:17:13,033 --> 00:17:16,567 For sexual favors over a period of six years 410 00:17:16,635 --> 00:17:18,002 With at least six women. 411 00:17:19,973 --> 00:17:21,039 The first to officially accuse the attorney 412 00:17:21,241 --> 00:17:25,109 Claimed benavides asked her for sex in a jury room 413 00:17:25,177 --> 00:17:28,846 Just minutes before she pled guilty to a felony. 414 00:17:28,915 --> 00:17:32,383 - He had me go in the back in the jury room 415 00:17:32,585 --> 00:17:35,119 And we had, um, sex. 416 00:17:35,188 --> 00:17:37,855 And then, like, afterwards, we washed up in the bathroom. 417 00:17:38,057 --> 00:17:40,257 He said that I had to keep my attorney happy. 418 00:17:40,326 --> 00:17:42,126 ♪ ♪ 419 00:17:42,328 --> 00:17:44,929 - Along with the allegations came some hardcore evidence 420 00:17:45,131 --> 00:17:48,532 In the form of dvd recordings benavides made 421 00:17:48,601 --> 00:17:50,001 Of the alleged trysts. 422 00:17:51,003 --> 00:17:53,137 When police brought him in for questioning, 423 00:17:53,205 --> 00:17:55,473 Benavides snuck in a desperate call to his brother 424 00:17:55,675 --> 00:17:57,741 In an attempt to destroy 425 00:17:57,810 --> 00:18:00,011 The potentially damning videos. 426 00:18:07,286 --> 00:18:08,486 ♪ ♪ 427 00:18:08,555 --> 00:18:10,754 - But it was too late. 428 00:18:10,824 --> 00:18:12,890 When police search benavides' home, 429 00:18:12,958 --> 00:18:16,227 They discover 246 pornographic dvds. 430 00:18:16,296 --> 00:18:18,162 ♪ ♪ 431 00:18:18,231 --> 00:18:19,764 Because the state believed benavides coerced the women 432 00:18:19,966 --> 00:18:21,832 Into having sex for legal services, 433 00:18:21,901 --> 00:18:24,235 He was charged with human trafficking. 434 00:18:24,304 --> 00:18:26,837 ♪ ♪ 435 00:18:26,906 --> 00:18:28,906 If found guilty, benavides could face 436 00:18:28,975 --> 00:18:32,443 Anywhere from 25 years to life in prison. 437 00:18:32,645 --> 00:18:34,778 He pled not guilty. 438 00:18:34,848 --> 00:18:36,046 At trial, the prosecution focused 439 00:18:36,115 --> 00:18:39,850 On benavides' abuse of his position of power. 440 00:18:39,919 --> 00:18:41,919 - You are gonna hear he transported women. 441 00:18:41,988 --> 00:18:43,788 You're gonna hear evidence that he drove them 442 00:18:43,990 --> 00:18:46,990 To the place where these things happened. 443 00:18:47,059 --> 00:18:50,995 He used our justice system to acquire his women. 444 00:18:53,199 --> 00:18:54,866 - Six women came forward to describe the arrangements 445 00:18:55,068 --> 00:18:57,601 And how benavides was always in control. 446 00:18:57,670 --> 00:18:59,603 - I never paid him money to-- 447 00:18:59,672 --> 00:19:01,739 I had--I always went to court 448 00:19:01,808 --> 00:19:03,674 And after court, we'd go to the room. 449 00:19:03,876 --> 00:19:05,476 So that's how I took care of it. 450 00:19:05,545 --> 00:19:07,678 I act like I liked it. 451 00:19:07,747 --> 00:19:10,014 And I wanted to make him happy. 452 00:19:11,617 --> 00:19:12,683 'cause I had to. I mean, 453 00:19:12,751 --> 00:19:15,886 Or else I end up back in jail. 454 00:19:15,955 --> 00:19:16,820 - When the state played some of the dvds 455 00:19:16,890 --> 00:19:19,490 Showing rough sex between benavides 456 00:19:19,559 --> 00:19:21,759 And an alleged victim, 457 00:19:21,828 --> 00:19:23,894 One of the jurors became so upset 458 00:19:23,963 --> 00:19:26,297 She passed out and had to be removed. 459 00:19:26,365 --> 00:19:27,898 ♪ ♪ 460 00:19:27,967 --> 00:19:30,835 After hearing and seeing all the evidence, 461 00:19:30,903 --> 00:19:32,970 The jury returned with a verdict. 462 00:19:33,039 --> 00:19:35,239 - We, the jury, find the defendant mark benavides 463 00:19:35,308 --> 00:19:36,007 Guilty. 464 00:19:38,044 --> 00:19:40,244 - During the penalty phase before sentencing, 465 00:19:40,313 --> 00:19:43,447 Benavides attempted to show some remorse for his actions. 466 00:19:43,516 --> 00:19:44,982 - I'm embarrassed. 467 00:19:46,385 --> 00:19:46,984 Humiliated. 468 00:19:49,122 --> 00:19:52,990 I'm asking you to have mercy and give me the minimum. 469 00:19:56,528 --> 00:19:57,995 - [breathes heavily] 470 00:19:59,398 --> 00:20:00,264 Because I'm so-- 471 00:20:00,333 --> 00:20:03,534 [cries] 472 00:20:03,603 --> 00:20:05,203 I'm so sorry. [cries] 473 00:20:05,405 --> 00:20:07,071 ♪ ♪ 474 00:20:07,273 --> 00:20:10,408 - Benavides was able to avoid the maximum penalty-- 475 00:20:10,610 --> 00:20:11,875 But not by much-- 476 00:20:11,944 --> 00:20:14,545 As the judge announced his sentence. 477 00:20:14,747 --> 00:20:16,814 - The court sentences you to 478 00:20:17,016 --> 00:20:19,817 80 years confinement in the penitentiary 479 00:20:19,885 --> 00:20:21,419 In each and every one of these counts. 480 00:20:21,487 --> 00:20:23,020 [dramatic music] 481 00:20:23,089 --> 00:20:25,956 - Benavides' six sentences will run concurrently. 482 00:20:26,025 --> 00:20:29,827 And he'll be eligible for parole in 30 years. 483 00:20:29,896 --> 00:20:31,829 That's it for this edition of "courtcam." 484 00:20:31,897 --> 00:20:33,998 I'm dan abrams. Thanks for watching.