I Simpson 13x2 -

: The story was based on real instances of "alternative sentencing" where children were tethered to parents.

: After Homer abandons Bart and Milhouse to chase a radio prize, the boys find Chief Wiggum's patrol car and accidentally crash it. While Milhouse is released by the lenient Judge Snyder, Bart faces the harsh new Judge Constance Harm , who orders that Bart be tethered to Homer around the clock. I Simpson 13x2

: The punishment forces Bart to accompany Homer everywhere, including to work and Moe's Tavern. Friction peaks when the tether interferes with Homer and Marge’s private life, leading Marge to cut the cord with a knife. : The story was based on real instances

: This episode features the debut of Judge Constance Harm , voiced by Jane Kaczmarek . : The punishment forces Bart to accompany Homer

: Written by George Meyer and Mike Scully and directed by Mark Kirkland .