A Detroit woman faced sharp criticism from a judge this week after she appeared to be driving while participating in a virtual court hearing via Zoom.

Kimberly Carroll called in late to a hearing related to a financial matter before Judge Michael K. McNally. When the judge asked her to turn on her camera, she appeared to be operating a moving vehicle.

When confronted about driving during the court proceeding, Carroll initially denied she was behind the wheel. Judge McNally responded with visible frustration, asking "Do you think I'm that stupid?" according to Fox2 Detroit.

The judge's rebuke highlighted concerns about appropriate conduct during virtual court proceedings, which became more common during the pandemic. Virtual hearings require participants to maintain the same level of decorum and attention as in-person appearances.

Carroll later expressed regret for the incident, stating she was "truly sorry" for her actions during the hearing. The case underscores ongoing challenges courts face in ensuring proper etiquette during remote proceedings.