Taking his seat in his chambers, the judge faced the opposing lawyers.
"So," he said, "I have been presented, by both of you, with a bribe."
Both lawyers squirmed uncomfortably.
"You, attorney Tuttle, gave me $15,000. And you, attorney Jones, gave me $10,000."
The judge reached into his pocket and pulled out a check. He handed it to Tuttle.
"Now then, I'm returning $5,000, and we're going to decide this case solely on its merits."
