A man arrested on Wednesday for allegedly trying to use a stolen credit card at a drugstore got a break from a judge after passing a sort of Bible quiz.
When Eric Hine appeared in court this morning, his attorney described him as a church-goer, hoping the judge would set a low bond.
Hamilton County Municipal Court Judge John Burlew was skeptical and asked Hine to recite the 23rd Psalm.
He did: all six verses. Some in the courtroom applauded.
Burlew was satisfied and released Hine on a $10,0000 appearance bond,meaning he'll have to pay that amount if he doesn't show up for his next court date.
Judge gives break to Bible-Quoter
I'll give the Judge the benefit of the doubt and presume he gave the guy a break for honesty, rather than just the fact that he was a Christian.
Were I in front of the judge, I wouldn't have been able to quote all verses of the 23rd Psalm, but then, I wouldn't claim to be a church-goer.
Then again, I wouldn't have tried to use a stolen credit card either.
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I could recite most of It's A Wonderful Life. Would that count?
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