Frank Caprio is one hell of a human being, and I admire him for the work he's done and what he's been able to accomplish.

In Compassion in the Court, Frank Caprio is the famous judge on the hit TV show, Caught in Providence. He was a judge from 1985 to 2023. He served for 23 years for the Providence Municipal Court. He is known for his compassion in the court room and he tries to help others. He wanted to be a different type of judge one that had kindness, compassion, and dignity. He explained how he tries to make decisions based on everything he could learn from the individual and what brought them in front of his courtroom. Many of them were immigrants, poor people, people down on their luck. In the book, he shared how he grew up as immigrant himself and the challenges he faced.


He shared his first case and how his father discussed with him how he could have handled it better. His woman had parking tickets and she explained how she couldn’t pay it and that’s it. She basically told him flat out she wouldn’t be paying any of them. He ruled that a boot would be placed on her car. He tried to help him see that she would have no way to take her kids to school or drive. He helped him to realize that she was a person and focus on more what might be going on in their lives.


He shared the popular story of Victor Colella and how he was charged with speeding in a school zone. He was 96 years old still driving taking his son to get blood work who is handicapped. His son was 63 years old. He was deeply touched by this story and he dismissed the case. He later even met him outside the court room to hear his whole story and this older man advice was to do right and don’t bully and go to church every Sunday. He even celebrated his 100 birthday with him by bringing him a cake. There aren’t too many judges who would go that far.


I would recommend this awesome book to anyone who is curious about the life of judge Frank Caprio. He was often moved by trying to understand why the person in front of him came to be in his court room. They each had a story and a background that brought them there. I haven’t watched the full show but I recall seeing clips on social medias and he seems like a very compassionated judge. The stories presented were very touching and insightful and he tries to teach others to be kind to others. He tried to help us to view others as real people who have made mistakes but they have the ability to learn from their mistakes and change. There is tons of lessons we can learn in this book!

Loved this book. Have watched the videos of his courtroom for a while and wanted to read his book as soon as I heard it was coming out. He is definitely compassionates not just in his courtroom but in his personal life, Did not know he had been a politician earlier but was glad to read about an honest one. He recently has been diagnosed with cancer and did not write a lot about that but I know his calm compassionated attitude helped him through it
Highly recommend this book.

If you’ve ever seen the online videos of the judge this book is in the same vein. It’s uplifting bits of wisdom and compassion for those around you. It harkens back to the days where respect, honesty, and hard work really meant something to most people. The Judges words are quite inspiring. Thanks to NetGalley for the read!

Sometimes you come across a book that could change and have a massive impact on the world - this is THAT book! I wish this could be put in the hands of every politician and member of the justice system.

Frank Caprio is well know for sharing his life in the courtroom on our screens, with a high level of respect and compassion and creating an open and safe space for all who come before him. In this book he shares his life story, his families history, along with cases that were in his courtroom.

Many times while listening to his story, I would find myself just tearing up, I feel that compassion is slowly becoming lost in our world and it gave me back a little bit of hope for future.

It reminds us that just one small act of kindness or thoughtfulness can create a wave of positive change for a person and can truly change their life. We need to admit when we make mistakes and think before we judge, by putting ourselves in the shoes of others and trying to understand their circumstances.

I agree that we all need to aim to be teachers in this world, sharing our strengths with each other and by doing this, we provide support and we don’t stand alone.

Thank-you so much to @netgalley @brilliancepublishing and Frank for an Audio Advanced Readers Copy - I will not be hesitating in adding a copy of this to my personal library and sharing it with those around me.

A book so simple, yet so powerful. Judge Caprio is an incredibly kind and empathetic leader who uses his power as a judge to truly enrich the lives of fellow Americans. Learning more about his life beyond the courtroom has truly opened my eyes to how he views life and how he sought to practice law, not to act punitively but to encourage growth from adversity.

Judge Frank Caprio became a TV sensation because of his kindness in the courtroom. In his book, Judge Caprio shares his family background. He describes just how important his family and his experiences growing up shaped him into the person he is today. Judge Caprio also shares some of the stories from his courtroom that have stuck out to him. These stories are heartwarming and inspiring.

I highly recommend this book. The stories provide the reader with a sense of hope. They are also a testament to the goodwill in people.

e-ARC from NetGalley.

I've been watching clips from Judge Caprio's courtroom for years now and have often found them moving. When I saw he had a whole book coming out about his experiences as a judge, I was excited to read it.

Unfortunately, this wasn't what I expected or wanted. I was under the impression that we would get more insight into the short videos we've seen on social media, plus maybe a little behind the scenes insight. But we didn't. We got very short, disjointed segments giving a general overview of his grandparents' lives in Italy or his political aspirations, but nothing that did more than barely brush the surface.

I wanted more depth.

My grandmother is also an eighty-something first-gen Italian-American who writes brief snippets from her lifetime. The writing is very similar, so maybe it's a "children of immigrants" thing, or maybe that's just how 80+ year old memoirists write. I don't know.

All I know is that, when the writing doesn't appeal to me, the story needs to. And, unlike my grandmother's experiences growing up on the West Coast & cleaning up the site of her mother's murder, this story didn't.

Sorry.

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I wish that Judge Caprio had read his own book, but fortunately, the narrator was really good.

I found out about Judge Caprio via his videos on Facebook. He epitomises kindness, wisdom, and care amongst other virtues all at once.

Some of the stories he shared about people who found themselves in his court were all too familiar.

His own personal story was a motivating one for sure.

What a wonderful role model. I loved every minute of the ebook and audiobook... he is a real saint.

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I have loved seeing clips online of Frank so I was very excited to see his journey and stories of the courtroom.

A memoir full of quality life lessons and wisdom. One of those books that left me thinking about how I can contribute more positively to the world. This is a quick and easy read, full of short stories from Judge Caprio's early life, upbringing, and days in the courtroom. I would recommend this to friends.

I've always been very interested in the law. I was a part of mock trials in high school. I sought out legal shows and became active on "Lawtube" (the legal side of youtube). Caught in Providence was a show that caught my attention for all the right reasons. Court show: ✔️. Real: ✔️. A judge with empathy and compassion: ✔️. When I was browsing NetGalley and saw that Judge Caprio wrote a book, I knew I needed to read it.

I thought my favorite part of the book would be the legal stories. I was wrong. I loved every word. I loved reading about his family, his upbringing, his struggles, his triumphs, and the lessons he learned along the way. It's a very timely book, given everything going on in the US right now. His story is important and is an excellent example of the American Dream.

This was an excellent memoir, but it was also the best leadership book I have ever read. As I finished each chapter, I was learning and growing. I am also a public servant. I go to work every day wanting to help people and make a difference. In writing this book, Judge Caprio gave me numerous new reasons to look up to him.

Read it as soon as it's released!

Note: I received an ARC of this book at no cost to myself from NetGalley.

I picked up this book because I love Caught in Providence, and it did not disappoint! Judge Caprio’s storytelling is heartwarming, relatable, and filled with the kind of wisdom and kindness that we all need more of in our lives. His anecdotes, drawn from his experiences as the son of immigrant parents, resonated deeply with me and reminded me of the stories my grandpa used to share.

Throughout the book, Caprio offers a glimpse into his life and career, blending humor, compassion, and life lessons in a way that makes the reader feel like they’re sitting down with an old friend. His unwavering belief in fairness, empathy, and second chances is truly inspiring. If we had more judges—and people—like Caprio, the world would undoubtedly be a much better place.

I received a free ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review, and all opinions are my own.

I first encountered Judge Frank Caprio through video clips on social media. His compassion and engaging demeanor immediately drew me in, and I quickly came to admire him. When I discovered his memoir, Compassion in the Court, I was eager to read it. The book is a collection of short stories that reveal the life experiences and values—compassion, respect, and understanding—that shaped the man he is today. Each story is a life lesson that offers inspiration and thought-provoking insights. I thoroughly enjoyed every page. If you are a fan of Judge Caprio, appreciate uplifting and reflective themes, or enjoy short stories, this book is a must-read!

I first became familiar with this judge watching short videos of his court room on social media. I always loved how he took each individuals life circumstances into consideration.

In this book that is divided into parts, He shares of his childhood growing up in Providence Rhode Island. He speaks fondly his parents who came from immigrants. His family was poor but grew up happy and loved. He helped is father deliver milk during his childhood. Went on to college, taught school so he could go to law school at night to become a lawyer.

He also writes of being a lawyer then went on to be a judge. He speaks of the cases he had in traffic court and learning to show compassion for some of the people who came in. Some had some tough stories of how they owed these traffic violations. Over some of the years as a judge in traffic court were video taped and some shown on forums like facebook or youtube. Judge Frank Caprio writes of some of these cases and when he used compassion for certain situations.

This is why the book is called "Compassion in the Court" he gives examples of what he had learned over the years for not being Judgemental and look at the people and the circumstances that brought them to traffic court. He speaks fondly of his parents who were the first to teach him to care and be kind to others. I very much enjoyed reading his book and the lessons he would like for others to learn and to show compassion for others. High recommend thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and this amazing man for the arc to read and review.

I became a fan of Judge Caprio through YouTube - I was drawn to his compassion for the people who came into his courtroom. This book is the story of how that compassion was birthed in him and the interesting story of his life thus far.

Judge Caprio's lessons are valuable ones and I find the Judge very inspirational. His book was very easy to read and the only thing that would make this better is hearing it in his own voice by audiobook.

I receive complimentary books for various sources, including Netgalley, Authors, and other such sources. I am not required to write a positive review and have not received compensation.

very well written memoir discussing Justice Caprio's cases and how he found you need to show compassion and be understanding as an attorney and a judge. 5 stars. tysm for the arc.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc of this book. In Compassion in the Court: Life-Changing Stories from America's Nicest Judge you get to read about Judge Frank Caprio. Judge Frank Caprio first caught my attention on a Facebook post. His treatment of people in his courtroom was inspiring. He tells his family history and his life story. He also tells some stories about cases that were in his courtroom. The way Judge Caprio ran his courtroom should be an example to all Judges. I already had a great respect for him prior to reading this book but after reading this book I am in absolute awe of him. I did not want to put this book down once I starting reading it. This book is heartwarming. I may have needed a tissue a time or two due to how good of a person Frank Caprio is and his acts of kindness. If you read one biography this year, make it this book.

I was a lucky person to get to read "Compassion in the Court" by Frank Caprio, from NetGalley. I had seen a few moments of him on YouTube and Facebook posts. He sat as a judge in Rhode Island. In this book that is divided into parts, He shares of his childhood growing up in Providence Rhode Island. He speaks fondly his parents who came from immigrants. His family was poor but grew up happy and loved. He helped is father deliver milk during his childhood. Went on to college, taught school so he could go to law school at night to become a lawyer.
the other parts of his book he writes of being a lawyer then went on to be a judge. He writes of the cases he had in traffic court and learning to show compassion for some of the people who came in. Some had some tough stories of how they owed these traffic violations. Over some of the years as a judge in traffic court were video taped and some shown on forums like facebook or youtube. Judge Frank Caprio writes of some of these cases and when he used compassion for certain situations. This is why the book is called "Compassion in the Court" he gives examples of what he had learned over the years for not being Judgemental and look at the people and the circumstances that brought them to traffic court. He speaks fondly of his parents who were the first to teach him to care and be kind to others. I very much enjoyed reading his book and the lessons he would like for others to learn and to show compassion for others. good book.