Here’s a curious scene unfolding in a courtroom, where a video is making waves this morning. It features bailiffs apprehending a rather irate lawyer amidst a bustling judicial setting.
This lawyer, Rob Hopkins, boasts the title of an “accomplished civil rights attorney,” though the description might feel a bit over the top. Interestingly, Hopkins identifies as female-to-male and practices in Oklahoma. While I won’t delve into the specifics of the case at hand, the footage captures Hopkins in quite the heated exchange.
As one of the opposing lawyers pointedly remarked to the judge, “It’s as clear as the nose on my face.” Tension escalated as Hopkins visibly grew more agitated, with her voice rising, almost straying from the expected masculine tone.
“Stop, stop!” Judge Laurie Jackson interjected. “You interrupt me again, I am going to hold you in direct contempt.” Yet, Hopkins continued her impassioned defense, insisting her client was under stress and demanding to finish her point, even as the judge seemed keen to move on.
My favorite part? In a moment of frustration, she hurled her phone to the floor. “Do not throw your…” Jackson started but was cut off once more by Hopkins.
“I did not throw, it fell off the bench. PLEASE STOP SAYING THINGS THAT ARE NOT TRUE, MA’AM.”
The judge calmly noted, “Sir, you’ve got a room full of witnesses.” To which Hopkins defiantly replied, “I do!” The tension between them continued to mount, with Jackson repeatedly urging her to calm down.
Then, Hopkins made a surprising accusation. “You’re mad at me because I’m a transgender attorney, practicing all over this state!” To which Jackson responded, “I don’t know what you are!”
At this point, it’s evident that this situation isn’t beneficial for Hopkins’ client. A fellow lawyer pointed out that it’s “plain” Hopkins was out of order and insisted her client had a warrant, which was why they weren’t present.
Tempers flared as Hopkins shouted, “THAT’S NOT TRUE!” The other attorney, turning towards her, remarked, “These people are my friends… and you’re being ugly.”
Meanwhile, bailiffs had surrounded Hopkins, and soon, a struggle ensued. Footage shows her resisting arrest, calling for help, but it fell on deaf ears. Bailiffs managed to subdue her to the floor, addressing her as “sir”—perhaps a testament to her appearance in that moment.
Welcome to the reality of being in a male-dominated world, I guess. There’s been a flood of videos from transgender “men” on social media expressing regret over their transition into masculinity, sharing how isolating and tough it can be. It’s tough out there—certainly not caring. So, it’s hard to conjure up much sympathy.
In her final plea, Hopkins shouted, “GET A FEMALE OFFICER NOW!” The bailiff replied, “There aren’t any.”
This concluding interaction speaks volumes. What began as an explosive outburst morphed into a denial of reality—clearly, she did throw her phone. And then there was the expectation for her to be treated as female, requesting female officers, only to discover there were none available.
Good luck navigating the jail system with actual men, Ms. Hopkins.
