Three months later, the family court hearing began in central Dallas.
Victoria sat at the defense table dressed in a sharp black suit.
Her expensive defense lawyers argued that the event was just an accident.
They claimed the room's access hatch locked shut by complete mistake.
Eleanor took the witness stand with calm and steady composure.
She looked directly at the judge and described the horrifying afternoon.
She detailed how Victoria tried to stop her from calling emergency help.
Officer Miller testified next about the jammed locks and low oxygen levels.
Security video from inside the mansion was shown on the court screen.
The video clearly showed Victoria locking the latch from the outside manually.
A quiet gasp ran through the crowded court seating area instantly.
Victoria's lead lawyer had no answers left for the undeniable proof.
The judge slammed his gavel down with loud and decisive force.
He denied bail and ordered Victoria to remain in state custody.
Full legal custody of baby Lily was awarded permanently to Eleanor.
The vast estate and trust fund were placed under independent bank protection.
Victoria broke down crying as the bailiffs led her away down the aisle.
Her greed had cost her her freedom, status, and future completely.
Eleanor held Lily tight as they walked out the courtroom doors.
Reporters surrounded the courthouse steps looking for a quick statement.
Eleanor spoke clearly about protecting children from family cruelty and greed.
She felt a huge weight lift off her shoulders at long last.
Justice had prevailed for her beloved son and his innocent child.