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[Narrator] Previously, on "All Rise"...

Gloria Hernandez, residential burglary,

grand theft, gun possession.

She's a real peach.

My sister is all that matters.

When our parents died,

the only thing I had left was my sister and skating.

- Could I ask a favor? - [Emily] Yeah.

Could you keep an eye on maddy for me?

Absolutely.

- Lola? - Dre?

Andre is your dre.

Love of your life from college, dre?

Andre Armstrong's in town.

Do you even remember him?

I remember he was a damn fool.

[Siren wailing]

[Elevator dings]

[Groans]

I can't remember the last time deliberations

for a murder trial came back this fast.

Uh, it's usually not a great sign.

For my clients anyway.

[Creaking]

[Elevator dings]

[Creaking]

That's not great either.

[Sighs]

[Grunts]

I'm glad I got glowing reviews from your co-workers

but I needed to see the place first

and I would appreciate being kept in loop.

I don't think that's an unreasonable request.

Yeah, Robin, we will talk about this later.

I've got to go. Bye.

My husband has an annoying habit

of making important life decisions without me.

You're still struggling to find child care?

Not anymore apparently.

Sounds like Robin found Bailey a daycare

and dropped her off this morning

with complete strangers.

Oh, well, at least she's not going out

on stakeouts with him anymore.

He was joking about getting her a bullet proof vest

and making her his full-time partner.

At this point, I wouldn't put anything past that man.

Well, here is your updated calendar for the rest of the day.

And I've just been notified

the jury for the placencia murder trial has reached a verdict.

That was quick.

Yeah.

[Man clears throat]

Your honor, how long are we planning to wait for counsel?

[Whispers] Um, Sara and miss Lopez are stuck the elevator.

Fire department is already working on it.

Yo, can we just get this shit over with?

Mr. Banks, language.

Am I guilty or not? Just read the verdict.

- [Door opens] - We're here.

- Sorry, sorry. - [whispers] Sorry.

About time, miss Lopez.

Miss Lopez, hello.

Glad it all worked out.

Our apologies, your honor.

Back on the record, people v. William banks.

Now, that all parties are present and accounted for,

let's resume.

Bailiff.

Has the jury reached a verdict?

We have, your honor.

Will the defendant please stand?

[Woman coughs]

The superior court of the people of California,

in the matter of the people versus William banks

as to count one of violation...

- I can't do this. - [sherri]..Of penal code...

- Yes, you can, just take a deep breath. - [sherri]..Section 187...

We, the jury, in the above entitled action

find the defendant guilty.

[Sighs]

[Court murmuring]

Mr. Banks, you're looking at life in prison,

is something about that amusing to you?

Nah.

I was just remembering the look on Stephanie's face

when the life left her eyes.

- That was pretty amusing. - Mr. Banks, that is enough.

- Bailiff. - [gavel banging]

Hey, stop. Don't do this.

- Get off me! - [grunts]

- Order! Bailiff! - [Indistinct shouting]

- Hey! - I'm going to kill you!

- I promise you that! - [all murmuring]

- I promise you! - [woman] Stop.

- [Lola] Bailiff, order! - [gavel banging]

[Sara gasping]

- You okay, babe? - I'm going to get somebody, okay?

[Breath trembling]

It's okay. It's okay.

[Hyperventilating]

*ALL RISE* Season 03 Episode 07

Episode Title: "Through the Fire" Aired on: July 19, 2022.

[Upbeat music playing]

We've got to find some place new,

this feels sleezy.

This exciting, it's a like a spy movie.

You would make a terrible spy, you talk too much.

That's why I'm a good prosecutor.

True.

God, today, I felt like a referee.

That was terrible. What the hell was that?

Can't say I wouldn't have done the same thing.

Well, let's hope you never have to.

Listen, um, you want to come to the game

with me and Amy tonight?

- I got an extra ticket. - Clippers or Lakers?

- Neither, billionaires. - The who now?

La billionaires, the new minor league team.

Oh, yeah.

The owner's a client at Amy's firm.

- So we get a sky box. - [Lola] Oh. Nice.

- [Mark] Have you seen the new arena? - No.

It is unbelievable.

They got this buffet...

I would live to come and have a drink

or three with you and Amy

but, uh, I got to relieve Robin of daddy daycare duty.

Whatever, more wings for me, sucker.

- Bye. - Bye.

I was there trying to out out the fire.

Arson of a structure,

they even threw in an enhancement

for damaging multiple structures.

I guess they were feeling generous.

Man, listen...

Our encampment got raided by the police again,

so I grabbed everything I could

and I made my way to the 405.

Before I got there I could see the bonfires from blocks away,

but it turns out they weren't bonfires.

The entire damn encampment was on fire,

so I ran over and tried to help.

The swab test confirmed that you were covered

in the same accelerant that caused the Blaze.

That's not a good look.

Do you have an explanation for that?

No, I don't know. I, I...

Everything happened so fast, I...

Cyrus, you got a good list of priors.

But it's all low level, non-violent.

But the one that sticks out is the strike for burglary.

No, no, I didn't steal anything.

I caught a case for taking back my property

from a landlord who stole it from me.

They slapped me with two years,

but I volunteered to help fight the wildfires.

And it... Well, I got out in one.

So, this isn't your first time around a fire?

[Music playing]

[Emily sighs]

[Sara sighs]

Hi.

How you feeling?

Hmm, like a million bucks.

Are you hungry?

Let me take you out for a bite.

Thanks for the offer

but between the taste of blood in my mouth

and the crime scene photos on my desk,

I don't really have much of an appetite.

Just go on home.

[Sighs]

I hate that this happened to you.

Yeah, well, if everyone were always nice to each other,

we wouldn't have jobs, would we?

[Sighs]

I'll call you tomorrow.

- Okay. - Hmm.

[Cell phone vibrating]

- Hello? - Miss Lopez?

[Emily] Gloria?

Hi, what's going on?

Hey, um, by any chance have you spoken with my sister maddy?

No, is something wrong?

[Gloria] I haven't heard from her in a week.

She hasn't called or visited even.

That's not really like her.

Okay, um, yeah, tell me what you need.

I want you to help me find my sister.

You said if I ever needed anything to reach out to you,

so now I'm reaching out.

Or is that just something you guys say

to make yourselves feel good?

[Emily] Gloria, just... [sighs]

Just take a breath. Okay?

Do you have any idea where she might be?

She's probably at the mini-mansion.

- The mini-mansion? - Yeah, Brandon page's pad.

The Internet guy? Why is she hanging out there?

[Gloria] okay, that is not important right now.

I just need to make sure she's safe, okay?

[Scoffs]

- [Beeping] - Gloria?

[Scoffs]

Young gods... You know what day it is.

Today's the final day

of the scavenger hunt challenge.

So, have your loot at the drop off point by 5 P.M.

And not a second later.

Winners will be announced at noon tomorrow.

Let's go!

[Rock music playing]

[Man] Let's go!

Can't believe that woman said no

in front of 15,000 people on the fan cam.

Proposals at sporting events are awful.

I mean, who was the first idiot

to think that was a good idea?

I mean, women don't want to be subjected

to that kind of humiliation.

Uh, to be fair, I don't think

she was the one who got humiliated.

Exactly.

Let that be a lesson.

Maybe you guys will stop doing it.

Whoa, you guys?

My proposal was freaking epic.

[Groans]

Speaking of men who've proposed to you,

how's your husband doing?

Sounds like his new meds have him feeling a lot better.

- Oh, great news. - Yes.

You know, it's too bad you didn't take him to a basketball game

and serve him with his divorce papers on the fan cam.

Mark, don't do this. Not tonight.

Hey, trust me, no one is more tired

of this conversation than I am

and I have tired to be empathetic,

but, like, he's taking advantage of this situation.

Will you just call an uber?

[Tires screeching]

- [Man 1] Oh, my god. - [woman] Stop!

[People screaming]

[Man 2] Call 911!

Hey, are you okay?

- He came out of nowhere. - Just, just lay still.

- Hey, uh... - Mark?

I just witnessed an accident and someone's been hit.

- Mark? - Yeah, yeah...

Oh, shit.

Good morning, your honor.

- This is for you. - [whispers] Thank you.

Dropping Bailey off at daycare,

grabbing breakfast and getting to the office

only took 45 minutes, can you believe that?

Wow, so you're having a change of heart

about Bailey's daycare situation.

I have to admit, Robin was on to something.

The daycare is gorgeous.

I even had to sign an nda

because of all the celebrities who drop their kids off there.

[Whispers] Like who?

What about a non-disclosure agreement don't you understand?

- That's boring. - [chuckles]

They have vegan catering options,

he kids are drinking artisanal fruit water.

I grew up on juice boxes and Bologna sandwiches.

I don't need Bailey getting used to this lap of luxury.

We can't afford it long term.

It's $300 a day.

Well, then you will be glad to know

that I have put together a short but diverse list

of child care candidates

for you and Robin to interview.

Hmm, after the stenographers you picked out,

I'm not holding my breath.

Um, ouch.

- I can cancel. - I'm kidding.

I appreciate you. I need you.

I don't know what I would do without you.

- That's more like it. - Thank you.

Yeah.

- [Knock at door] - My apologies.

- Rory fires. - Luke Watkins.

And what do you have for me, Mr. Watkins?

Straight to the point, I can appreciate that.

Outside of loitering,

trespassing in abandoned buildings to keep warm at night,

the only thing that my client

is guilty of is being homeless.

He needs a warm meal and a roof over his head.

Not prison time.

There is video footage Mr. Calleja at the scene.

His fingerprints were the only discernable ones

found on the torch that was used to start the fire.

Does seem a bit dodgy.

You can't prove malice.

We're talking about a few months in county and some fines at worst.

He used a torch, I could very easily

make a reasonable argument for aggravated arson.

And with his prior strike,

he'd be looking at 20 years to life.

Instead the three year minimum that I would've offered

has doubled with the prior strike enhancements

and we find ourselves at six.

I'll drop the rest of the charges,

and if he's a good boy, he'll be out in,

mmm, three or four?

Come on, Rory.

He's a career criminal.

Judge marshal could very well impose a much stiffer sentence

if this goes to trial and you lose.

And you will lose, Mr. Watkins.

Another strike would ruin his life.

Split the difference, non-strike, PC 452.

Maybe he'll learn to behave himself. Six years.

All right, so, I've got to ask.

Did he attorneys at Wayne county

really call you the grim reaper

because you never lost a case?

The grim reaper moniker maybe the by-product

of an overly vivid imagination, I'm afraid.

But it is true that I've never lost.

Well, there's plenty of time to change that.

When my client beats these charges,

I'll take you out for a beer.

Pleasure meeting you, Mr. Watkins.

I'll look forward to that pint, cheerio.

[Exhales]

How was the game last night?

Ugh, it was... [chuckles]

Wait, how do you already know about last night?

Because I got a call from the co-owner himself.

For what?

[Andre] The guy behind the wheel

was the mascot for his team.

It's only a matter of time before a civil suit comes their way.

But before we worry about that lawsuit,

he wants us to act as counsel for the same employee

for the criminal case.

Oh, if he wants us to double bill him,

I'm fine with that.

Why doesn't he just fire the kid to save face?

Because that kid is his son.

Of course it is. [Scoffs]

Well, give it to one of the juniors.

Are you too good to work a lowly dui case now?

You know I can't be anywhere near that case.

I was a witness.

But, I will gladly represent myself

on the assault charges coming

if you don't get out of my office.

- All right. - Buh-bye

[both chuckle]

- Oh, Mr. Callan. - What's up, Teddy?

I received this file from the ceu,

there must be a mistake here.

The felony dui case has you listed as a witness.

Yeah, that's not a mistake.

Believe it or not, being a da does not preclude me

from witnessing some of the wonderful things

that happen outside of this office.

Right, but it should exclude the da's office from trying this case.

We should recuse ourselves

and have the Attorney General handle it.

There's an obvious conflict of interest here, no?

That's small potatoes to the ag, Teddy.

Uh, the size of potatoes and ethics are not mutually exclusive.

Teddy, just shoot this guy a decent deal,

throw another one up the win column and move on to the next.

Luckily, the pedestrian was not seriously hurt.

Part of being a successful prosecutor,

time management. Okay?

Mr. Callan, while I would never second guess your judgment...

Uh, hold that thought.

Hey.

How are you holding up?

[Chuckles] Not sure what's worse,

being trapped in an elevator

hanging eight stories off the ground

or climbing up ten flights in heels.

That sounds like a lose-lose.

Um, Sara, listen, I, I got to ask you something.

I think I know the answer, but,

do you want to press charges against Pascal placencia?

[Sighs] No.

That family's been through enough.

You sure? We could have the case

transferred to another advocate...

Look, Mark, I'm fine. Okay?

- Anything else? - Actually, yes.

Um, miss placencia, she's in a bit of a bind

after paying for Stephanie's burial and funeral cost.

Is there anyway we can expedite

filing that paperwork to get her reimbursed?

Yeah, I'll reach out to miss placencia today.

Okay.

Also, they need assistance

with crime scene clean up services

before they can move back into their house.

So, servpro is asking for files of the damage.

If you can just send them those photos...

Yeah, okay, I got it.

...Can move forward.

Uh...

Yeah.

[Indistinct chatter]

Before we begin today's hearing,

I have to ask, Mr. Calleja,

would you happen be the son of Juan Antonio calleja?

Yes, I am, your honor.

Um, why?

Small world, I played basketball with ac.

We were thick as thieves in high school.

- How's he doing? - Antonio passed away last year.

I'm very sorry to hear that.

Now, while I haven't seen you since you were a child,

it's unfortunate that this reunion

isn't under better circumstances.

[Clears throat] Your honor, I'd like to inform you

that the people have withdrawn the original offer

and are looking to add supplementary charges.

Objection. On what grounds?

Overruled.

What, what does that mean?

That things just got a whole lot more complicated.

We've received substantial evidence connecting Mr. Calleja

to half-a-dozen more fires over the last two years.

And since I'm new to this office,

I wasn't made privy to these cold cases.

Or hot cases, if you pardon the pun.

You honor, we'd like a chance to review the new discovery.

Outside of a few fingerprints and people claiming they saw

a homeless man at homeless encampments,

do you have any real evidence?

We have eye witness testimony of Mr. Calleja

frequenting all of the targeted encampments.

His fingerprints and his fingerprints alone

were found on torch which was used

to start the Blaze under the 405.

The evidence is irrefutable.

There is no way that he could've done all of this,

he was incarcerated.

Well, not a single one of these fires occurred

while Mr. Calleja was behind bars.

Prosecution's motion is granted.

- But, your honor... - Thank you, your honor.

The amended charges are two counts of malicious arson,

'causing grave bodily injury

and two counts for the arson of an inhabited structure.

The people will be seeking the maximum for each.

Why are you railroading my client?

I wasn't finished, Mr. Watkins.

Prior strike enhancements sees these penalties doubled.

For a total of 37 years and eight months.

No, no, this is bullshit.

- I didn't do this. - [Luke] Hey, hey, stop.

I swear on everything that I didn't do this.

Watch your language, Mr. Calleja,

or I will hold you in contempt of court.

Is that understood?

Yes, you honor.

It's my understanding that both parties

have reached a plea agreement.

Uh, yes, your honor.

Since this is Mr. Dunham's first of fence

with relatively minor injuries,

the people are charging this as a non-strike felony dui

with minimum penalties.

It does look like Mr. Dunham might've been

on the receiving end of the worst of it.

I won't ask you to stand.

Mr. Dunham, do you understand that by pleading no contest

you are giving up your rights to a trial

and all rights associated with a trial?

Yes, your honor.

The defendant has agreed to accept three years

of summary probation,

penalties totaling $5,000,

a three month court approved alcohol education program,

and restitution to the injured party.

- [Door opens] - Is that correct?

[Andre] Excuse the interruption, your honor.

But I think we can come up with

more favorable terms for Mr. Dunham.

[Andre] It's good to see you again, judge Carmichael.

Mr. Armstrong, I didn't see your name on my calendar.

I was under the impression

you were on a plane back to do.

If you'd returned my text,

you would've known that audubon, Quinn & associates

decided to make a last minute substitution.

As one of the new faces of the firm,

we thought it best if I personally oversee this case

for our new high profile client,

the Los Angeles billionaires.

If Mr. Biswas agrees to knock this down

to a misdemeanor, with the required minimums,

we can just end this thing right now.

And I'll still have time to make my flight.

Absolutely not.

I offered Mr. Dunham a reasonable deal.

One significantly less than he would've received

for putting someone in the hospital.

[Sighs] There you have it.

I'll cancel my travel plans

and I'll look forward to working with both of you.

Uh, judge carmhael,

do you know Mr. Armstrong, like, personally?

Is there something you're trying to imply?

Uh, no, ma'am, I just, I just, because...

Have a good day, Mr. Biswas.

[Door opens]

[Door closes]

[Rory] Captain Monroe, were you able to determine the cause of the fire?

Yes, the Blaze was intentionally set with a drip torch.

Photos of said device, your honor,

found at the crime scene

and pre-marked as 'prosecution exhibit a.'

captain, why is the use of a drip torch significant?

Have you heard of the expression, "fight fire with fire?"

I have.

Drip torches are used for controlled burns.

Used improperly, they can be incredibly destructive.

So, these fires are the work of an arsonist?

- Objection, leading. - Sustained.

How would you categorize these fires?

As the work of an arsonist.

And who is it that typically employs

the use of a drip torch?

They're commonly used by Cal fire crews during the wildfire season.

Was Mr. Calleja employed as a member of the Cal fire inmate program?

That is correct.

No further questions.

♪ Yeah ♪

♪ it's a simple question, do you got it or not ♪

♪ I've been talking to god 'bout the garages ♪

♪ for the crib that I still haven't bought ♪

♪ boat rocking, my thoughts going too fast, I'm not rational ♪

♪ I need the '42 on the rocks, wait, uh ♪

- hi. - Sup?

♪ Make it rain and the money looking like ransoms ♪

♪ and my brain always steady demanding answers ♪

who are you?

Is this Brandon page's place?

If you want an autograph or a selfie,

he posts all of his dates for his events online.

But you can't be here, you gotta kick rocks.

Is there a maddy Hernandez staying here?

Look, lady, I said beat feet.

- Get out of here. - Hey, Leo.

Come on, there's no need to talk to our guest like that.

Look, I'm not gonna say if she is or isn't.

What do you want with her?

You are aware that maddy Hernandez

is a sophomore in high school, right?

Well, that's definitely news to me.

But I can assure you the only funny business going on in the mini mansion

is legendary tik-bait videos.

Ms. Lopez?

What are you doing here?

Honey, your sister wanted me to make sure that you're safe.

- Are you okay? - My sister?

Tell her I'm living my best life.

You can leave now. Bye.

Do your foster parents know you're here?

Okay, I think you should probably come with me.

- I think I'll stay. - Nah.

You gotta bounce.

What? Why?

Look, Leo will mail you some merch.

Good luck.

You heard, let's go.

Thanks a lot.

- Jesus, Teddy! - Oh.

- God! - What are you doing here so late?

- Are you quitting? - [Sara sighs]

Look, I don't know.

I do this when I'm stressed.

Just, typing it out makes it real, and...

When I can't bring myself to send it,

it forces me to realize I'm doing something impulsive.

That make sense?

No, not really.

Hopefully the conviction brought them some closure.

Ever look across the courtroom and think about the terrible things

some of these people have done?

That's the da's job.

Back when I was a court reporter,

I recorded the violence, but...

I don't know, I was always able to leave it on the page.

Now I'm side-by-side with these victims and their families.

Day and night.

Shouldering their pain, and...

I'm wearing it.

You show up just chipper and ready to go, every single day.

How do you do it?

I just started. So I haven't been punched in a courtroom.

Hard for me to say.

- Mrs. Castillo... - Teddy...

I have told you before, you can call me Sara.

Sara, I'm not the most social guy,

and I'm not really great with...

Personal connections or making friends.

Outside of my overbearing parents,

this job, the people I work with and for,

it's all I really have.

That's why I show up every day.

- Here you go chief mill. - Thank you.

- Mmm-hmm. - Hey.

But if a building's not on fire, you can call me Sam.

Okay. [Clears throat]

You know, for a lot of these young men,

volunteer programming is just another way to shorten a sentence,

but for Cyrus it was different.

He loved being a firefighter.

He was damn good at it, too.

So I'm having a hard time believing he was behind all this.

What makes you say that?

The young man was on my crew

during one of the worst fire seasons in decades.

I saw the look in his eyes.

I saw tears in his eyes every time we couldn't save a house.

Told me something I'll never forget.

He said "I don't have a place to call home.

And I don't want anybody else to know what that feels like."

Damn. Talk about perspective.

I'm trying to figure out

how Cyrus would have had access to these drip torches.

Inmates weren't allowed to handle torches.

For obvious reasons.

They were under heavy supervision,

so there was no way he could have stolen one.

Okay, the investigator who testified today

placed Cyrus near all these fires.

That's what I'm struggling with.

Now, you mentioned that you were on the arson team, right?

That's right, worked my ass off to be

one of the 22 investigators in la county.

Only 22? That doesn't seem like many.

It's not.

There are 3,500 firefighters in la,

so to be one of the 22 meant you were the best.

Okay, but what are the chances of the same investigator

being at each and every one of these calls?

Well that's, um...

Wow...

See? Sometimes, calling in sick to go grab brunch

is the best form of self-care.

Yeah, about that.

I didn't actually call in sick.

I no-called no-showed.

- Sara? - What?

Look, I, I blew through my sick days a long time ago.

I just need a break from the ultra-violence I ingest every day.

It's not healthy.

I don't want to quit, but sometimes

I don't know how to leave work at work.

Okay.

So, have you thought about talking to a therapist?

- Ugh. - Listen.

This is something you tell people to do every day.

You told me to do it. I listened to you.

And it probably saved my life.

I can't afford it.

Look, I filed for workman's comp,

but who knows how long that'll take,

and calvcb only reimburses victims.

So I don't qualify unless I press charges against Pascal.

You can see my predicament.

Why aren't you at the office?

I am still on office orphan.

I spent my entire day yesterday chasing a teenager

around la county like Carmen sandiego.

Her sister was really worried about her, so...

I tracked her down at Brandon page's house.

Wait, that guy who was always on tmz for pulling pranks on people?

That's the one.

Should I even ask why he's got a teenage girl at his house?

Sounds sketchy.

Yeah.

Cyrus, why were your prints all over that torch?

I need you to be honest with me.

On god, I've never used one of those things in my entire life.

Look, when I got there,

the smoke was so thick I couldn't see two feet in front of my face.

I had my shirt covering my mouth,

I was crawling around on my hands and knees,

making sure everybody was out safe.

I grabbed a fire extinguisher,

but the thing was out of juice.

I did everything I could, there wasn't much I could do,

so I took off.

Cyrus, there was no extinguisher, they only found a torch.

But wait, is it possible that you grabbed the torch

thinking that it was the extinguisher?

Um, look at this.

They're nearly identical in those conditions,

there's no way you would have known.

You were trying to do the right thing.

And that explains the prints.

Teddy, have you seen Sara?

Um, not today.

She's not responding to me e-mails,

she's not answering my calls, it's just... Weird.

- It's not like her. - Uh, Mr. Callan.

- Can I ask you a question? - Shoot.

Uh, judge Carmichael and Mr. Armstrong.

Is there something going on there that I should know about?

Chambers. Now.

Mr. Armstrong, what do you think you're doing?

Providing the best possible defense for my client.

No, you are trying to turn my courtroom into a theatre.

Keep it up, and I will hold you in contempt.

That's not necessary.

Your honor.

I've been made aware of a previous relationship

between you and Mr. Armstrong

which is obviously a conflict of interest...

I don't know where you're getting your information from,

Mr. Biswas, but I can assure you, there is no conflict.

Now is there anything else before I kick you both out of my chambers?

No, your honor.

Courtesy copies of the records your subpoenaed.

The first is work schedules and mdts,

the second, cell phone records and 911 transcripts.

Thanks, Carol.

I don't mean to pry, but is there a reason

that you're investigating the investigator?

Something just seems off.

I mean, the right investigator just happened to be at the right place

at the right time every time?

It's a very dangerous accusation.

Believe me, I'm not trying

to take on the entire fire department,

but my client is facing decades in prison for a crime

that I don't think he committed.

Well, you've never backed away before.

Why start now?

Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule

to answer a few more questions for us.

It's no problem at all.

The subpoena didn't give me much of a choice, though.

[Chuckles]

Captain Monroe, what is your experience with a drip torch?

I have a decade of experience as a firefighter,

and going into my sixth year as an investigator.

And you were at each of the crime scenes, correct?

Yes, that is correct.

And you, personally, reviewed and collected all the evidence, right?

That is also correct.

Had you visited any of these locations prior to your investigation?

- No, why would I have? - Interesting.

I'd like to submit your phone records, work schedule,

and 911 calls into evidence.

These phone records show that you were present

at each of the fires that Mr. Calleja is accused of.

Of course, as a lead investigator.

The cell towers indicate that your personal cell phone

was at each of these locations

hours before any 911 calls were made.

Are you familiar with the FBI profile

on firebugs, captain Monroe?

Arsonists that moonlight as firefighters?

Objection. Argumentative.

Overruled.

That's fine. The defense rests.

Counsel, please approach the bench.

I move to have the charges dismissed

at the conclusion of this hearing.

Not only is the prosecution's lead witness lying under oath,

he's probably the perp.

Mr. Watkins is a fantastic storyteller, I will give him that,

but there is more than enough evidence to go to trial here, your honor.

The evidence brought to light here

certainly raises some questions.

And I will take all of this into consideration.

Let's take a brief recess.

- Did you see the moment of impact? - Yes.

Did you remove the driver's mask?

I didn't want to risk exacerbating any injuries.

So you didn't see the driver's face?

No, I did not.

Had you been drinking that night?

Objection. Relevance.

Overruled.

I had a few drinks.

So you were impaired as well.

Legally, yes.

But that's why I ordered an uber.

I was being responsible. Unlike the defendant.

Mr. Callan, that's enough.

Counsel, approach the bench.

This trial has been tip-toeing

the precipice of unprofessionalism,

and quite frankly, I am done here.

Now, Mr. Armstrong.

Your client was offered a fair deal that he was ready to accept

before you crashed the party.

Now I suggest that you reconsider that deal

or we can send this to the Attorney General.

If the defendant accepts,

the people are willing to honor that offer.

Mr. Dunham is an upstanding member of the community

who has never been in trouble with the law in any capacity.

He was caught up in the moment and made a poor decision.

He was driving under the influence.

My client was taking prescribed meds.

He injured a pedestrian.

Mr. Dunham realizes he made a mistake.

But that is no reason to throw the book at him.

Sometimes true justice includes the punishments that aren't given.

In the interest of time and taxpayer dollars,

the people are willing to charge this a misdemeanor

with the minimum penalties assessed.

I appreciate your understanding.

Counsellors. You may step back.

Mr. Dunham.

Consider yourself extremely lucky.

Not only because the punishment

could have been much more severe,

but also because you are alive,

and standing in this courtroom today.

This new evidence has cast significant doubt

on the prosecution's case.

As such, I have decided to dismiss all charges

due to insufficient evidence.

Mr. Calleja, you are free to go.

You're just gonna let him walk?

No, not quite.

I'd love to have a look through the notes you compiled

on captain Monroe so we can start putting a case together.

I'm going to see to it that man spends a long time in prison.

Of course, there is one other thing.

- What's that? - About that pint.

Well played, sir.

Hey. Come on in.

Shut the door behind you.

Okay, um...

I'm sorry about going awol the last couple days.

I think I was having an existential meltdown,

but that's just still no excuse for my behavior.

Have a seat.

Sara...

Whatever you're going through,

I hope you know you can always talk to me.

What happened to you the other day was awful.

This job can be terrifying.

And it can heartbreaking.

It can be a lot of things.

But whatever it is, you cannot disappear.

You got too many people counting on you.

Too many people who need you.

You know, I've been...

Questioning if I have the strength to be here.

- But, but I know I want to be here. - Good.

Because you are the strongest person I know.

- Thank you. - Hey.

You've got this.

You can't be upset with me. I'm alone in here.

You're alone in here?

I'm alone out there.

Brandon doesn't care about you, either.

He only cares about the money and attention that comes along with it.

It's not even like that.

These people are not your friends, maddy.

- They're dangerous. - You're being dramatic.

You promised me that you would stay away from them.

- You're just jealous. - Maddy. Come...

Maddy.

There he is.

- There he is. - [Milton chuckles]

What are you doing here?

I'm here because of this guy.

I knew you couldn't have been involved.

I can't thank you enough, man.

I'm thinking you should consider getting yourself an attorney

to file a lawsuit against the city for false arrest.

Wouldn't mind a couple bucks to get a roof over my head.

Well, if you're looking for a gig to help make ends meet

you might be in luck.

The county's looking to start a pilot program.

- What's that? - Moving forward,

inmates who serve as volunteer firefighters

are eligible to attend academy after their release.

- For real? - Yeah.

Man, where do I sign up?

- Aw, ha-ha! - Hey!

Down at the firehouse!

Come on, there's a nice warm cot waiting for you, too.

I'll give you a ride.

- Thank you, man. - Good luck.

Yes. Yes!

I'm proud of Luke. He did fantastic today.

Kept an innocent man out of jail.

Your partner, on the other hand, oof.

What about him?

He turned Lola's courtroom into a sideshow.

What?

One of our juniors was supposed to oversee that case.

- He didn't tell you? - Uh, no!

He knows I would have shut that down.

Well, your boy was pulling out all the stops.

Ugh.

Well, he and I will have a little chat.

Speaking of chat.

There was something I wanted to talk to you about.

I was thinking about our conversation from the other night.

And?

I don't want you to think our life together

is not my top priority, because it is.

I really appreciate all of your Patience and understanding.

I don't understand.

This Collier thing is crazy.

I promise you, I will take care of that.

I might have you sign a contract

to make that legally binding.

Okay.

[Andre] Hold the door.

Thanks.

Well, this is me.

It was a treat being in your courtroom today, Lola.

It was nice seeing you as well.

Oh, you gotta be kidding me.

You know, seeing you up on that bench was a trip.

This is what you said you were gonna do, and you did it.

I'm proud of you.

Thank you, dre.

I'm proud of you too.

Some things don't change.

Mmm-hmm.

Some things definitely don't change.

Well, a lot of things did change.

[Sighs]

You know, law school...

Was the time of my life.

Hmm. I thought you were in such a rush to go out

and take over the world.

But I'd do anything right now to get those years back.

I find myself sometimes

wondering about all the fun things we used to have.

Uh, you...

You remember that trip to Mexico?

Hmm. I do.

Dining on the boats of the riviera Maya surrounded by the mangroves.

Hiking the ruins at sunset.

Getting food poisoning so bad that we both almost died.

I mean, going through it.

Where we're both trapped in a tiny hotel room

with one bathroom.

Yeah...

That'll test the strongest of loves.

♪ I'm so low ♪

♪ I'm drowning in the river and I don't know ♪

♪ When I'm going under ♪

♪ But I'm so cold ♪

♪ Baby wash me in your fire ♪