Mariah may believe she suffered a traumatic episode stemming from her childhood on The Young and the Restless. But she’s already building up a bad legal strategy. Her recent efforts could affect her defense before the trial begins. Mariah is inadvertently walking into a courtroom showdown that could severely impact her future.
Key Takeaways
- Mariah apologized to Abby and Devon without consulting Christine.
- She’s also failed to seek professional counseling upon release, which is a glaring red flag.
- Mariah’s frequent run-ins with Abby in public could affect her access to Dominic.
The Unsanctioned Apology
Mariah (Camryn Grimes) wanted to embark on her own apology tour. Her mother, Sharon (Sharon Case), accompanied her as she apologized to Abby (Melissa Ordway) and Devon (Bryton James) without consulting her lawyer, Christine (Lauralee Bell). This makes it look like she’s at fault for the crime she committed, even though she acted out of trauma.
This apology could be twisted into a formal decision to argue that her behavior was unstable. Mariah could face serious prison time if the judge determines that. During the Friday, February 20 episode, Christine reminded Mariah that this could affect the trial, which is about a month away.
The Mental Health Gap
Mariah was released from jail and placed under house arrest. However, she’s been walking freely around Genoa City rather than seeking professional help as soon as possible. Without a paper trail of recovery or a clean bill of mental health from a doctor, she might not have a leg to stand on in the courtroom.
Abby’s lawyers could target Mariah as a lingering liability to her son, Dominic (Ethan Ray Clark), rather than as a stable surrogate and confidant. If Mariah wants to help her case, she should seek professional help as soon as possible. Then, it shows that she’s serious about her emotional well-being.
Violating Social Distance Protocols
Mariah is likely to keep bumping into Abby and Dominic around Genoa City. Arguably, Abby and Devon should’ve filed a restraining order so their son wouldn’t have to endure this trauma. However, Mariah is free to walk around town, as she chooses.
Even if these encounters are coincidental, the frequency makes her appear more like a stalker. The couple could use this as a basis to argue that Mariah is still trying to gain access to their son.
By failing to maintain physical distance, Mariah is giving Abby the perfect narrative to eventually file for a restraining order. This would end her access to Dominic and affect her future in Genoa City, where so few can already be trusted.
