A powerful judge. Emotional, relevant cases. And a unique way of determining justice that ultimately changes people's lives.

Judge Hatchett delivers a diverse mix of family court, juvenile court and unusual small claim cases. Each case is explored in-depth, which often brings forth hidden, unpredictable angles that cut to the heard of the conflict. Yet what continues to distinguish the series from its genre are its trademark "intervention segments" creative sentences handed out by the Judge to help litigants understand the implications of their actions and learn how to better handle problems. These reality-check experiences are shot on-location around the country from the waters in New York's harbor to the streets of Los Angeles's inner city and offer guidance that can be blunt, confrontational, enriching, or motivational.

The cornerstone of the series is Judge Glenda Hatchett, who has translated the innovative sentencing approach she developed during her years as head of one of the country's largest juvenile court systems. Her fresh perspective and warm yet authoritative leadership has won critical praise; "the key to Judge Hatchett is its creative sentencing, which takes the defendant (and viewer) beyond the courtroom for real life lessons." Associated Press.

With its dynamic storytelling, strong central personality and innovative elements, Judge Hatchett successfully offers both compelling entertainment and invaluable inspiration, the best of television today.