In the wake of a murder on campus, the line between free speech and hate speech at a university is examined.

When a prominent tech CEO is killed, Shaw and Riley untangle multiple leads to reveal a plot for retribution. Price and Maroun debate whether an overdue piece of evidence should be submitted to the jury.

When a young woman is strangled, Yee connects the MO to a potential serial offender, leading Riley to revisit a case that went cold on his watch. Price makes a risky move to bait one of their own on the stand.

Shaw and Riley investigate the murder of a real estate agent. After speaking with prominent clients, an unexpected witness appears. Price and Maroun struggle to convince a jury of motive and are faced with a difficult decision to let their only witness testify.

When a woman is found murdered in Central Park, evidence points to two frequent park-goers - a street vendor and tech billionaire. In the face of extreme political pressure, McCoy takes drastic action to make the case.

When NYPD responds to the scene of an active shooter in a nearby hospital, Shaw is shocked at his connection to the suspect. Maroun and Price face a difficult trial when the defendant offers up an insanity plea.

When a successful Wall Street investor is murdered in his home, Shaw and Riley dig into his professional and personal lives to identify his killer; DA Baxter puts pressure on Price and Maroun to make sure his first case in office is a success.

Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a comedian after a subway altercation. When a suspect is arrested, Baxter insists they increase the charges despite Price's apprehension.

When a congressman's aide is found dead after testifying in a corruption case, Shaw and Riley discover the suspect may be someone close to home.

Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a prominent chef when he's stabbed in his own restaurant. Price has hesitations about prosecuting the defendant after new evidence comes to light.

When a real estate developer is found dead in one of his buildings, Shaw and Riley sift through a long list of suspects. Concerned for the welfare of the defendant's young daughter, Dixon and her son plead with Price and Maroun for help.

Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a therapist with a long list of troubled clients. Baxter takes over Price’s chair when a disturbing connection to the defendant is discovered during the trial.

When a sports star is killed, Shaw and Riley suspect the shooter missed their intended target. Baxter's daughter comes forward as a witness, but her public testimony could impact his re-election campaign with the confession of a family secret.