You're getting downvoted, but I agree with you. I think the problem is that people don't have respect for the system. The judge isn't the system, he's only one

You're getting downvoted, but I agree with you. I think the problem is that people don't have respect for the system. The judge isn't the system, he's only one part of it, yet the author projects his lack of respect for the system onto the judge. Calling him "your honor" is a part reminding people, hey, we all need to be on our best behavior and be respectful. Respect is something very lacking in society today.