Inspired by Judge Greg Mathis’ own gang-to-gavel story, JUDGE MATHIS is a nationally syndicated reality-based court show, presided over by former Detroit-area District Court Judge Greg Mathis. Each one-hour episode features four cases, with Mathis’ decision being legal and binding.

As a young man, Greg Mathis was involved with gangs, dropped out of school, spent time in jail and then, as a promise to his dying mother, turned his life around. He attended college, earned a law degree, became the youngest judge in Michigan’s history and then served as a Superior Court Judge for Michigan’s 36th District. Known for running his courtroom with a no-nonsense style and streetwise sensibility, Mathis often uses himself as an example to those who appear before him. The key to Mathis’ success in the courtroom is his relatability. Having made the journey from behind bars to passing the bar, Mathis believes rehabilitation is within everyone’s reach if they receive the right guidance, which is what he tries to provide. In addition to upholding the rule of law in court, he makes it a point to stress that education is the key to a better future.

Even though he dispenses some tough love every now and then in his courtroom, people understand that it’s his concern for their future that motivates his decisions. Mathis hopes to extend this advocacy to the streets, by traveling across the country to spread his message of self-empowerment. During Mathis' visits, he hopes to provide people with the tools necessary to turn their lives around, but at the same time, encourages people to take advantage of the opportunities available in their own hometowns, even in the toughest of neighborhoods. Armed with the motivation, the information and the resources, Mathis believes anyone can turn their life around, no matter their background or life experience.

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