A virtual courtroom hearing came to an abrupt paws in southwest Texas on Tuesday when an attorney inadvertently appeared on screen as a computer-filter-generated cat. The mundane civil forfeiture hearing took a hilarious turn when Presidio County Attorney Rod Ponton arrived in Zoom court in the form of a fluffy white and brown kitten.
The video has been viewed millions of times after being shared on Twitter and YouTube by Judge Roy Ferguson of the 394th Judicial District of Texas. Ponton's hilarious declaration of "I'm not a cat" was a much-needed dose of joy on Tuesday. Carson Daly asked Ponton if he was able to turn on the cat filter during his appearance on TODAY.
"These fun moments are a by-product of the legal profession's dedication to ensuring that the justice system continues to function in these tough times," Ferguson tweeted. "Everyone involved handled it with dignity, and the filtered lawyer showed incredible grace. True professionalism all around!"
Ferguson had a laugh over the kitten court catastrophe and praised all lawyers involved. "If a child used your computer, before you join a virtual hearing check the Zoom Video Options to be sure filters are off," Ferguson tweeted. "This kitten just made a formal announcement on a case in the 394th."
Rod PontonBut here was Rod Ponton, a county attorney in Presidio County, Texas, unable to figure out how to turn off the cat filter on his Zoom call during a hearing on Tuesday in Texas' 394th Judicial District Court.
Zoom Cat Lawyer, also known as I'm Not a Cat, is an Internet meme that refers to a viral video taken from a live stream of a civil forfeiture hearing, and being held on the video conferencing application Zoom in Texas' 394th Judicial District Court.
2:084:46How To Use Lawyer Cat Zoom Filter [And How To Remove It] - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipSo when you find something you like in the library. Hover over it and click download the filter willMoreSo when you find something you like in the library. Hover over it and click download the filter will be saved in your face accessories folder over here.
To connect your new filter to Zoom, open the Zoom app. Now, Go to Settings > Video > Camera, and search for Snap Camera. Then, all you need to do is select the option for Cat Filter and start or join a Zoom meeting.
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The most common reason cats experience the zoomies is pent-up energy. Cats rest and sleep for a majority of the day to conserve energy for short, very active periods. Without intentional exercise and activity, your kitty will need to find a way to get that extra energy out, resulting in a case of the zoomies.
However, if you feel like kitten around during your next video call, Zoom has revealed how to get new filters.First, Zoom instructed to download the Snap Camera.Next, go to Zoom and click on settings, followed by “video” and “use Snap Camera.”Select the lens you want, including a funny cat option.
Rod PontonRod Ponton, an attorney for Presidio County, Texas, went viral over the digital mishap in which he endeared himself to cat lovers and the legal community alike by struggling to remove an emotive feline filter representing him on the screen.
To select it, go to settings, then tap video, and under “Camera,” press the downward facing caret and you should see Snap Camera listed as an option. Or if you're already in a Zoom call, you can switch to Snap Camera by hovering your mouse around the “Stop Video” icon in the lower left corner of your Zoom screen.
Removing your cat filter While in a Zoom meeting with your video on, click the Up Arrow next to the Stop Video icon. Select a different camera setting, or try selecting each camera listed until you return to normal.
0:004:54How to Use Animal Filters on TikTok (Add Effects to Your Pet) - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAnd then swipe all the way to the right and get to the animal sub tab. And then you will see certainMoreAnd then swipe all the way to the right and get to the animal sub tab. And then you will see certain effects that you can use on your animals.
0:003:22How to Get a Cat Filter in Zoom - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipNow zoom does have some built-in video filters and effects you can access those by clicking on theMoreNow zoom does have some built-in video filters and effects you can access those by clicking on the up arrow next to the stop video button then selecting choose video filter.
Attorney Rod Ponton unintentionally went viral after he had trouble turning off a filter that made him appear to be a talking kitten during a virtual courtroom appearance. Joining TODAY live, Ponton says, “I got as big a laugh out of it as everybody else.”
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The video has been viewed millions of times after being shared on Twitter and YouTube by Judge Roy Ferguson of the 394th Judicial District of Texas. Ponton's hilarious declaration of "I'm not a cat" was a much-needed dose of joy on Tuesday.
The filter debacle was ultimately resolved in about 20 seconds, but that was long enough for Ponton to become a viral star.
In his exchange with the judge on Tuesday, Ponton struggled with his Zoom settings because he was using someone else's computer, he said.
It was a testament to Ponton's dedication that he was prepared to move on with the proceeding while appearing as a cat.
he tweeted. Scott Stump. Scott Stump is a New Jersey-based freelancer who has been a regular contributor for TODAY.com since 2011, producing news stories and features across the trending, pop culture, sports, parents, pets, health, style, food and TMRW verticals.
Your honor, we now have irrefu table proof that attorney Rod Ponton is not a cat. The Texas lawyer (and his actual human face) appeared on TODAY Wednesday, a day after he left the country in hysterics when he appeared at a virtual court hearing with a Zoom filter showing him as an adorable talking white kitten.