The episode centers on Khloé Kardashian turning herself in for a jail sentence related to a 2007 DUI. While the situation was serious, the most "interesting" and enduring piece of text from the episode is the dialogue between Kim and Kris in the car:
This episode aired in 2009 . At the time, the Kardashians were still rising stars, and the "Free Khloé" merchandise (including the famous t-shirts) was a savvy marketing move that helped cement their brand's ability to capitalize on personal scandal.
"Kim, would you stop taking pictures of yourself? Your sister’s going to jail!"
As the family drives Khloé to the Century Regional Detention Facility in Lynwood, Kim is famously preoccupied with taking selfies on her digital camera. This moment has since become a cornerstone of internet culture and a defining example of the show's "early-era" humor. Key Plot Points & Trivia