Ep 21. Her Honor (1)

When a judge passes away, Judge Harry Stone finds himself facing a new challenge in his courtroom. Mayor Randall Winston appoints a new judge to take the position, but Harry is surprised when the new judge is a woman.

Judge Nora Carlton quickly proves herself to be a strong and capable judge, but Harry is skeptical of her appointment, feeling that she was only chosen because of her gender. However, as he watches her in action, Harry begins to see that she is a truly exceptional judge.

Meanwhile, Bull takes on a new job as a bar owner, but quickly finds himself in trouble with the mob. When they threaten to burn down his bar, Bull turns to his old friends in the Night Court for help.

As the episode progresses, the tensions between Harry and Judge Carlton begin to mount. Harry can't seem to shake the feeling that Carlton is getting special treatment because she is a woman, even though everything she is doing is completely above board. Carlton, on the other hand, is frustrated by Harry's dismissive attitude towards her.

When a controversial case comes before the court, things come to a head. Carlton makes what she believes to be the right call, but Harry disagrees with her, and the two judges get into a heated argument in the middle of court. As tensions rise, it looks like the Night Court may have its own courtroom battle on its hands.

Meanwhile, Bull's troubles with the mob only get worse. As they continue to threaten him, Bull becomes more and more desperate for a way out. With the help of his friends, Bull comes up with a plan to get the mob off his back once and for all.

In the end, the court case between Harry and Carlton is resolved, and the two judges come to a better understanding of each other. As for Bull, he manages to save his bar, but not without making a few enemies along the way.

Overall, "Her Honor (1)" is a classic episode of Night Court, full of the show's trademark wit, humor, and drama. With a strong guest star in Mary Ann Mobley as Judge Carlton, this episode is sure to be a fan favorite.