I Simpson 13x2 Today

: 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

: The episode features the song "(Don't Fear) The Reaper" by Blue Öyster Cult. The Simpsons: Season 13, Episode 2 | Cast and Crew : The punishment forces Bart to accompany Homer

: As punishment for cutting the tether, Homer and Marge are placed in wooden stocks by the roadside. They eventually attempt to get revenge by sinking Judge Harm's houseboat. The family is nearly sent to jail until Judge Snyder returns from vacation and dismisses the case with the verdict "boys will be boys". Production & Trivia