Judge Judy is an American arbitration-based reality court show presided over by Judith Sheindlin, a retired New York City Family Court judge. The show features small claims disputes between real people, with Judge Judy arbitrating the cases and rendering legally binding judgments.
The show has been a critical and commercial success since its debut in 1996, and has won numerous awards, including 11 Daytime Emmy Awards. Judge Judy is known for her tough demeanor and witty remarks, and the show has become known for its often outrageous and entertaining cases.