When his teenage son is involved in a tragic accident, New Orleans Judge Michael Desiato is faced with an impossible decision that will impact his family forever.

On the anniversary of his wife's death, Michael creates an alibi for Adam on the day of the accident; Michael pulls his close friends into the web of deception; Kofi is approached about a job.

Michael uses his power to hide details regarding the accident; Jimmy Baxter and Gina plot their revenge; Lt. Nancy Costello is suspicous; Kofi gets bad advice; Gina strikes a deal for Carlo.

Adam moves from one dangerous liaison to another as tensions escalate; Elizabeth protects her grandson; a family dinner is plagued by secrets and lies.

Michael discovers that someone is blackmailing him. Jimmy and Gina Baxter remain committed to avenging their son's death.

Adam spends time with a dangerous new love interest; Michael searches for his blackmailer; Lee ramps up her involvement in Kofi's case.