Detroit Police Officer Appears in Virtual Court Wearing No Pants, Prompting Judge's Surprise and Department Apology

Oct 31, 2025 12:20 am CST

A Detroit police officer created a viral moment when he appeared in a Zoom court session wearing his uniform shirt but no pants, prompting an immediate reaction from the presiding judge and an official apology from the police department. The incident highlights growing concerns about professional standards in virtual court proceedings as Officer Matthew Jackson's inappropriate appearance violated the court's established dress code requirements.