The 'Affluenza Defense' meme originates from the 2013 trial of Ethan Couch, a Texas teenager who killed four people while driving under the influence. His legal team famously argued that Couch suffered from 'affluenza,' a condition where his wealthy upbringing prevented him from understanding the consequences of his actions. This controversial defense resulted in no jail time initially, sparking massive public outrage and a wave of internet memes. Today, the template is used to satirize cases of extreme privilege, legal loopholes, and the perceived disparity in the justice system between the wealthy and the general public.