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Petri Hawkins Byrd, Judge Judy's bailiff, with his absolutely sedate composure, makes the perfect foil for the scalding Judy.
Although Judge Judy operates according to the principles of the American legal system, and takes on real cases, her show isn't legally a court. The people who appear on her show sign a waiver beforehand, agreeing not to pursue any matters before a real court, and instead abide by her judgement. Additionally, the producers of the show pay any judgements awarded.