There are so many things wrong with the municipal court system in St. Louis County. Some courts are efficient and fair and dispose of justice effectively. Some. But there are over 80 municipal courts in this County, and a majority of these courts and their practices are downright embarrassing. Those of us who represent clients in County municipal courts, and especially the dozens of courts in North County, have known about this sad state of affairs for years.

Today, the Washington Post released what I suppose could be termed an “exposé” revealing just how bad things have become in these courts.

The events that took place in Ferguson last month were no doubt more a response to the corrupt system of government in that neck of the woods than simple outrage over the death of one young man. I encourage you to read this (very long) article if you would like to know the types of stories we hear on an almost daily basis.