Michigan man with suspended license shocks judge when he logs into virtual court hearing while driving

Earlier this month, a Michigan man appeared virtually for a court hearing in Washtenaw County, but was ordered by the judge to turn himself in after his camera showed him driving without a license.

The incident occurred on May 15 during a hearing related to charges from a previous arrest in Pittsfield Township, south of Ann Arbor. Corey Harris, 44, participated in the Zoom hearing while visibly behind the wheel of a moving car. Michigan law prohibits the use of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving, CBS News reports.

Once Harris logged in, Judge J. Cedric Simpson asked if he was driving. Harris replied, “Actually, I’m driving to my doctor’s office, so just give me a second. I’m just parking,” as he continued driving.

Judge Simpson remarked, visibly shocked, “Wow,” but then clarified, “Perhaps I am not understanding something. This is a case of driving without a license… and he was just driving and did not have a license?”

Harris was aware of the seriousness of his mistake and remained on camera while his lawyers confirmed to the judge that Harris had indeed been shown driving without a valid license.

Judge Simpson stated, “I don’t even know why he would do that. Therefore, the defendant’s bail is revoked in this matter. The defendant is to surrender to the Washtenaw County Jail by 6 p.m. today. If he does not surrender, a no-bail warrant will be issued.”

Harris was visibly upset, tilted his head back and said, “Oh my God.” He was released from custody two days later and is scheduled to appear in court again on June 5.