Cat takes lawyer viral in virtual court hearing

A West Texas judge has a word of caution to those attending court hearings via Zoom: Always check for filters before logging on.

Judge Roy Ferguson’s warning came after lawyer Rod Ponton accidentally joined a video court hearing while using a Zoom filter that made him appear like a fluffy white kitten.

“I’m here live. I’m not a cat,” Mr Ponton said.

“I can see that,” replied Judge Ferguson, whose district covers five counties in West Texas.

The short video clip, which was shared…