The CIU teams scrambles to find the truth behind the conviction of a black rights' activist, jailed for the murder of a white police officer.
The CIU investigates the case of Porscha Williams who was convicted and imprisoned for the shooting death of a police woman during a protest. Naomi arrives to work on Connor's defense, but the personal entanglements between Hayes, Connor and Naomi eventually take center stage. Maxine and Tess reveal more of their personal stories, backgrounds and motivations to their co-workers.—Shauna Russ
The accidental death of an African-American boy, shot by a cop, sparks a racial firestorm and inspires Hayes to re-examine the controversial case of Porscha Williams, an African-American civil-rights activist. Meanwhile, Maxine finds herself torn between her racial identity and her chosen profession, as she follows the case to its shocking conclusion.