Judge Judy: 'Are my feelings PC and kumbaya? No. They are realistic'

Her TV show has been No 1 in the US since 1998, but many have criticised her approach to justice. As she hangs up her gavel after 25 years, she discusses wealth, success and repentance

Order, order. Court is in session, Judge Judith Sheindlin presiding, and while you are here you will follow her rules.

Don't throw paper on the floor. Hang on to your gum wrapper until you get to a bin. Don't befoul your community. Try not to scratch other people's cars and, if you do, leave your details on the windscreen. Don't tell lies. Confront your problems and try to solve them.