Rhode Island based judge, Frank Caprio, brings Compassion in the Court
Barrington Books presents “the nicest judge in the World,” the honorable Frank Caprio, for an afternoon book launch discussion and signing.
Barrington Books presents “the nicest judge in the World,” the Honorable Frank Caprio, for an afternoon book launch discussion and signing of his new memoir, Compassion in the Court, on Saturday, February 8 at 2:00pm at the Salem Family Auditorium in the Barrington Public Library. This will be a ticketed event which requires advanced registration.
In his four-time Emmy-nominated show Caught in Providence, Judge Frank Caprio’s courtroom became a worldwide beacon of compassionate justice—and an unforgettable watch for millions of fans.
Now, Judge Caprio, known as “the Nicest Judge in the World,” brings to the page the same wisdom and spirit of decency that viewers around the world have come to treasure.
From 1985, when he first took the bench, to when he stepped down in 2023, Judge Caprio dispensed true compassion to a continuous flow of regular people in his municipal traffic court in Providence, Rhode Island. His courtroom was a place where defendants were treated with dignity, and where the deserving were given a break—not a pass or get-out-of-jail-free card, but the chance to right their lives and care for their families.
In Compassion in the Court, Judge Caprio shares transformative stories and lessons from his life and courtroom, including:
- Wisdom he gained from his immigrant parents
- Stories shared by individuals of all ages who appeared in court
- How he developed the ability to tell when someone is not telling the truth
- The power of growing up with someone who believed in him—and how he’s tried to provide the same for everyone who appeared before him
- How a person’s worth isn’t measured by the mistakes they make, but by their ability to learn from those mistakes
Judge Caprio’s memories will challenge readers to become somebody—to value their past and their family, to confront their realities, and to believe that, through respect, compassion, and understanding, they can succeed. This book will touch your heart, uplift your spirit, and renew your faith in others and in yourself.
Judge Frank Caprio became an unexpected television and internet superstar while in his eighties! Judge Caprio and his four-time Emmy-nominated television show, Caught in Providence, has amassed over 25 million followers across social media, and his videos have accrued billions of views. His compassionate temperament—unique for a judge—has earned him the title “the nicest judge in the world.” A beloved Rhode Island–based judge and attorney, Judge Frank Caprio is from humble beginnings. His parents were immigrants from Italy who through hard work, devotion to family, and love of their new country and community forged a new life in America. Their sense of responsibility and commitment to service and education was firmly instilled in each of their three sons. Today, Judge Caprio has inspired the world and become the face of compassionate justice.
Barrington Books, voted Best Independent Bookstore Statewide by Rhode Island Monthly Reader’s Poll time and again, is known far and wide for its knowledgeable book-loving staff, vast selection of high-quality books, toys, and gifts, as well as its vibrant community events. What once started as a Little Professor franchise in the coastal town of Barrington, Rhode Island back in 1986, has now evolved into an award-winning, regional shopping destination and beloved community hub.
Barrington Books presents “the nicest judge in the World,” the honorable Frank Caprio, for an afternoon book launch discussion and signing.
Barrington Books presents “the nicest judge in the World,” the Honorable Frank Caprio, for an afternoon book launch discussion and signing of his new memoir, Compassion in the Court, on Saturday, February 8 at 2:00pm at the Salem Family Auditorium in the Barrington Public Library. This will be a ticketed event which requires advanced registration.
In his four-time Emmy-nominated show Caught in Providence, Judge Frank Caprio’s courtroom became a worldwide beacon of compassionate justice—and an unforgettable watch for millions of fans.
Now, Judge Caprio, known as “the Nicest Judge in the World,” brings to the page the same wisdom and spirit of decency that viewers around the world have come to treasure.
From 1985, when he first took the bench, to when he stepped down in 2023, Judge Caprio dispensed true compassion to a continuous flow of regular people in his municipal traffic court in Providence, Rhode Island. His courtroom was a place where defendants were treated with dignity, and where the deserving were given a break—not a pass or get-out-of-jail-free card, but the chance to right their lives and care for their families.
In Compassion in the Court, Judge Caprio shares transformative stories and lessons from his life and courtroom, including:
- Wisdom he gained from his immigrant parents
- Stories shared by individuals of all ages who appeared in court
- How he developed the ability to tell when someone is not telling the truth
- The power of growing up with someone who believed in him—and how he’s tried to provide the same for everyone who appeared before him
- How a person’s worth isn’t measured by the mistakes they make, but by their ability to learn from those mistakes
Judge Caprio’s memories will challenge readers to become somebody—to value their past and their family, to confront their realities, and to believe that, through respect, compassion, and understanding, they can succeed. This book will touch your heart, uplift your spirit, and renew your faith in others and in yourself.
Judge Frank Caprio became an unexpected television and internet superstar while in his eighties! Judge Caprio and his four-time Emmy-nominated television show, Caught in Providence, has amassed over 25 million followers across social media, and his videos have accrued billions of views. His compassionate temperament—unique for a judge—has earned him the title “the nicest judge in the world.” A beloved Rhode Island–based judge and attorney, Judge Frank Caprio is from humble beginnings. His parents were immigrants from Italy who through hard work, devotion to family, and love of their new country and community forged a new life in America. Their sense of responsibility and commitment to service and education was firmly instilled in each of their three sons. Today, Judge Caprio has inspired the world and become the face of compassionate justice.
Barrington Books, voted Best Independent Bookstore Statewide by Rhode Island Monthly Reader’s Poll time and again, is known far and wide for its knowledgeable book-loving staff, vast selection of high-quality books, toys, and gifts, as well as its vibrant community events. What once started as a Little Professor franchise in the coastal town of Barrington, Rhode Island back in 1986, has now evolved into an award-winning, regional shopping destination and beloved community hub.