Taking his seat in his chambers, the judge faced the
opposing lawyers.

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

Both lawyers squirmed uncomfortably. “You, attorney Gayle,
gave me $15,000. And you, attorney Nicole, gave me $10,000.”

The judge reached into his pocket and pulled out a check.
He handed it to Gayle. “Now then, I’m returning $5,000,
and we’re going to decide this case solely on its merits!”