1 00:00:08,116 --> 00:00:09,682 Previously on "All Rise"... 2 00:00:09,726 --> 00:00:11,510 Me and Rachel workingtogether is weird, right?[ laughs ] 3 00:00:11,554 --> 00:00:14,122 I received this two days ago, anonymously. 4 00:00:14,165 --> 00:00:16,298 This could lead to charges against Deputy Rashel. 5 00:00:16,341 --> 00:00:18,691 And you want me to testify. Yeah, I don't think so. 6 00:00:18,735 --> 00:00:21,172 Don't do it alone. Put together an army. 7 00:00:21,216 --> 00:00:22,913 That means going against the sheriff, 8 00:00:22,956 --> 00:00:25,872 their union, and a host of powerful people. 9 00:00:25,916 --> 00:00:27,613 What about Tony Carver? What's his take? 10 00:00:27,657 --> 00:00:28,875 You've worked police shootings, right? 11 00:00:28,919 --> 00:00:30,442 Until I barked up a tree that bit back. 12 00:00:30,486 --> 00:00:32,096 You wanna help me walk on eggshells? 13 00:00:32,140 --> 00:00:34,142 Look at this.Why are you so keen on this case? 14 00:00:34,185 --> 00:00:38,102 At last count, there were seven cops in my extended family. 15 00:00:38,146 --> 00:00:40,322 And you're gonna do this? You're gonna take down a cop? 16 00:00:40,365 --> 00:00:41,845 I'm gonna try. 17 00:00:42,846 --> 00:00:49,374 ♪♪♪ 18 00:00:49,418 --> 00:00:52,508 ♪ It's the most wonderful time of year ♪ 19 00:00:52,551 --> 00:00:54,379 ♪ Cocoa and carols 20 00:00:54,423 --> 00:00:56,164 ♪ Laughter and cheer 21 00:00:56,207 --> 00:00:57,948 ♪ Jingle, jangle, it's Christmas time ♪ 22 00:00:57,991 --> 00:01:00,385 First jury trial since COVID. 23 00:01:00,429 --> 00:01:02,605 A dozen jurors, pregnant judge. 24 00:01:02,648 --> 00:01:06,783 I don't have to deliver a verdict on my own.Swarming with risks. 25 00:01:06,826 --> 00:01:08,350 Trust me, Sherri.It'll be great.It'll be great. 26 00:01:08,393 --> 00:01:10,613 Never thought I'd see a real jury trial this year 27 00:01:10,656 --> 00:01:12,484 because of COVID, but it's actually happening. 28 00:01:12,528 --> 00:01:13,659 Don't expect fanfare. 29 00:01:13,703 --> 00:01:16,532 This case seems fairly straightforward, 30 00:01:16,575 --> 00:01:19,448 a good one first to ease back into with the jury. 31 00:01:19,491 --> 00:01:22,886 Orientation begins in three, two... [ mouths words ] 32 00:01:22,929 --> 00:01:26,150 [ computer chimes ]Hello. I am Judge Carmichael. 33 00:01:26,194 --> 00:01:28,413 Welcome to the first jury orientation 34 00:01:28,457 --> 00:01:32,374 in Los Angeles Superior Court since the pandemic. 35 00:01:32,417 --> 00:01:34,245 ♪♪♪ 36 00:01:34,289 --> 00:01:36,943 Thank you for getting dressed, 37 00:01:36,987 --> 00:01:38,902 at least from the waist up, and for traveling 38 00:01:38,945 --> 00:01:41,165 at least as far as your kitchen tables 39 00:01:41,209 --> 00:01:44,473 to begin this sacred civil service. 40 00:01:44,516 --> 00:01:46,475 ♪♪♪ 41 00:01:46,518 --> 00:01:47,780 [ chuckles ] 42 00:01:47,824 --> 00:01:50,043 Oh! 43 00:01:50,087 --> 00:01:52,829 Nice decorating, Juanita. 44 00:01:52,872 --> 00:01:54,787 Hmm, no, the neighbors did all that. 45 00:01:54,831 --> 00:01:56,746 - How you holding up? - Not sure how much longer 46 00:01:56,789 --> 00:01:59,618 I can manage these kids alone with Leon in jail. 47 00:01:59,662 --> 00:02:02,665 It's been four months. Damn shame. 48 00:02:02,708 --> 00:02:04,362 Well, trial starts tomorrow, so hang tight. 49 00:02:04,406 --> 00:02:07,409 If you would have told me I'd live to see my son stand trial 50 00:02:07,452 --> 00:02:12,065 for protecting his little girlfrom a creep, the--[ door opens ] 51 00:02:12,109 --> 00:02:14,851 Miss Emily!6 feet, Levi. Put your mask on, okay? 52 00:02:14,894 --> 00:02:17,201 I was hoping I'd see you guys this time. 53 00:02:17,245 --> 00:02:18,768 I brought you a little something to wear in court. 54 00:02:18,811 --> 00:02:21,031 - Thank you, Miss Emily. - [ chuckles ] You're welcome. 55 00:02:21,074 --> 00:02:24,077 So you'll both look sharp for trial. 56 00:02:24,121 --> 00:02:26,297 So? Dad won't even get to see us. 57 00:02:26,341 --> 00:02:27,820 He knows you'll be there for him. 58 00:02:27,864 --> 00:02:29,561 Is he coming homefor Christmas?[ horn honks ] 59 00:02:29,605 --> 00:02:32,129 Oh, that'll be Mrs. Robinson. 60 00:02:32,173 --> 00:02:33,478 Hey! 61 00:02:33,522 --> 00:02:34,871 Never miss a week, huh, Roxy? 62 00:02:34,914 --> 00:02:39,092 Well, I could say the same thing about you, Emily. 63 00:02:39,136 --> 00:02:39,919 [ dog barking in distance ] 64 00:02:39,963 --> 00:02:41,573 Is that... 65 00:02:41,617 --> 00:02:45,229 Ah. [ laughs ]Yeah, that's Bean.Oh! 66 00:02:45,273 --> 00:02:47,971 Judge Carmichael has been glowing at work. 67 00:02:48,014 --> 00:02:49,538 Well, I wouldn't know, sweetheart. 68 00:02:49,581 --> 00:02:52,628 Because of COVID, Lola is satisfied 69 00:02:52,671 --> 00:02:55,500 seeing her dad and me only on FaceTime. 70 00:02:55,544 --> 00:02:57,154 But I guess it could be worse. 71 00:02:57,198 --> 00:02:59,939 Look at this family, barely getting by. 72 00:02:59,983 --> 00:03:03,378 Don't forget to tell Daddy I love him. 73 00:03:03,421 --> 00:03:04,422 I won't. 74 00:03:04,466 --> 00:03:08,078 LOLA: 12 of you may be selected 75 00:03:08,121 --> 00:03:10,733 to determine the facts presented at trial. 76 00:03:10,776 --> 00:03:14,258 Based solely on these facts and the law, 77 00:03:14,302 --> 00:03:16,695 you must deliver a unanimous verdict 78 00:03:16,739 --> 00:03:18,262 beyond a reasonable doubt. 79 00:03:18,306 --> 00:03:21,657 You will determine guilty or not guilty. 80 00:03:21,700 --> 00:03:24,660 - I just wanna, um... - Yes. Juror number 2. 81 00:03:24,703 --> 00:03:26,531 I'm just confirming, reasonable doubt 82 00:03:26,575 --> 00:03:28,707 is a thorough consideration of evidence that-- 83 00:03:28,751 --> 00:03:30,753 That leaves you with an abiding conviction 84 00:03:30,796 --> 00:03:32,711 that the allegation is true, yes. 85 00:03:32,755 --> 00:03:34,626 Noted. Is there intake protocol? 86 00:03:34,670 --> 00:03:36,933 Do we get hazmat suits, PPE? 87 00:03:36,976 --> 00:03:38,674 - A mask will suffice. - One more thing-- 88 00:03:38,717 --> 00:03:40,937 I appreciate your enthusiasm, 89 00:03:40,980 --> 00:03:44,593 but unfortunately, that is time. 90 00:03:44,636 --> 00:03:46,769 Thank you, everyone. 91 00:03:48,074 --> 00:03:51,991 - Dude is gonna be extra. - There is always one. 92 00:03:52,035 --> 00:03:55,517 It almost feels back to normal.[ cellphone chimes ] 93 00:03:55,560 --> 00:03:56,822 [ squeals ] 94 00:03:56,866 --> 00:03:59,782 [ giggling ] 95 00:03:59,825 --> 00:04:05,266 Aw.One week until Robin is home for Christmas. 96 00:04:05,309 --> 00:04:06,745 ♪ Reunited 97 00:04:06,789 --> 00:04:09,226 - ♪ And it feels so good - ♪ Feels so good 98 00:04:09,270 --> 00:04:12,055 - Peaches & Herb. Classic. - Who? 99 00:04:12,098 --> 00:04:13,143 ♪ Reunited 100 00:04:13,186 --> 00:04:14,275 Peaches & Herb. 101 00:04:14,318 --> 00:04:18,191 [ humming ] 102 00:04:18,235 --> 00:04:19,932 ♪ Towards the end of December 103 00:04:19,976 --> 00:04:23,240 ♪ When the weather is chilly 104 00:04:23,284 --> 00:04:25,721 I'm sorry. My client check-in turned into a pep talk. 105 00:04:25,764 --> 00:04:27,853 I mean, why landlords thought they could get away 106 00:04:27,897 --> 00:04:30,073 with evictions during COVID, I will never know. 107 00:04:30,116 --> 00:04:32,423 Whoo, they'll regret that Amy Quinn is on the case. 108 00:04:32,467 --> 00:04:34,991 Yeah. How's the Rashel case shaping up? 109 00:04:35,034 --> 00:04:37,254 I got my evidence vetted and ready 110 00:04:37,298 --> 00:04:39,952 to present the case to Choi.You're pitching to Choi without your victim's cooperation? 111 00:04:39,996 --> 00:04:43,173 Omar will come around.Well, if he doesn't, you don't have a case. 112 00:04:43,216 --> 00:04:45,262 Not true. And... can we table this? 113 00:04:45,306 --> 00:04:49,222 I am hunting for the perfect tree. This is nice. 114 00:04:49,266 --> 00:04:52,487 I haven't celebrated Christmas in God knows how long. 115 00:04:52,530 --> 00:04:54,358 I usually just crash Lola's Christmas. 116 00:04:54,402 --> 00:04:56,229 And Roxy even got me a stocking. 117 00:04:56,273 --> 00:04:58,319 - Oh, did she fill it with coal? - Vic might've if he ever 118 00:04:58,362 --> 00:05:00,103 bothered to remember it was Christmas at all. 119 00:05:00,146 --> 00:05:02,018 Yeah, well, holidays can be a buzzkill. 120 00:05:02,061 --> 00:05:05,238 - Whoo! Not this year, Mama. - Why is that, hotshot? 121 00:05:05,282 --> 00:05:10,896 ♪ 'Cause I found the perfect tree ♪ 122 00:05:10,940 --> 00:05:13,595 Dude, it's beautiful. Look at this thing. 123 00:05:13,638 --> 00:05:14,900 [ chuckles ] 124 00:05:14,944 --> 00:05:16,598 ♪♪♪ 125 00:05:16,641 --> 00:05:19,992 How are Jillian and Levi? Are they staying out of trouble? 126 00:05:20,036 --> 00:05:21,298 They're being really strong. 127 00:05:21,342 --> 00:05:22,647 They're excited to see you at trial. 128 00:05:22,691 --> 00:05:24,519 - I told them to stay home. - They'll be safe. 129 00:05:24,562 --> 00:05:27,696 They'll be masked and watching via closed circuit. 130 00:05:27,739 --> 00:05:30,176 Levi says to tell you that he loves you. 131 00:05:30,220 --> 00:05:34,877 If Angie could see me in cuffs, 132 00:05:34,920 --> 00:05:36,618 our kids living at my mom's... 133 00:05:36,661 --> 00:05:39,098 you need to put me on the stand so I can say my truth. 134 00:05:39,142 --> 00:05:42,667 If I do my job right, and I will, 135 00:05:42,711 --> 00:05:44,495 you will not have to take the stand. 136 00:05:44,539 --> 00:05:46,279 With all due respect, Ms. Lopez, 137 00:05:46,323 --> 00:05:48,934 I know the jury considers more than just the facts. 138 00:05:48,978 --> 00:05:51,981 One look at me, they may think they have all they need to know. 139 00:05:52,024 --> 00:05:53,461 I need to say my piece. 140 00:05:53,504 --> 00:05:55,332 Tell the jury I pulled the trigger 141 00:05:55,376 --> 00:05:56,681 in a fight to stay alive. 142 00:05:56,725 --> 00:05:58,553 Not for me, but for my kids. 143 00:05:58,596 --> 00:06:00,642 If you testify, you waive your Fifth Amendment right 144 00:06:00,685 --> 00:06:02,208 not to self-incriminate. 145 00:06:02,252 --> 00:06:04,297 Our defense is strong. 146 00:06:04,341 --> 00:06:06,517 The only reason that you should ever take the stand 147 00:06:06,561 --> 00:06:07,997 is as a last resort. 148 00:06:08,040 --> 00:06:10,303 I may never see Jillian and Levi again. 149 00:06:10,347 --> 00:06:13,219 Just trust me. 150 00:06:13,263 --> 00:06:18,137 ♪♪♪ 151 00:06:18,181 --> 00:06:21,619 Captioned by Los Angeles Distribution and Broadcasting, Inc. 152 00:06:24,970 --> 00:06:27,712 ♪♪♪ 153 00:06:27,756 --> 00:06:29,671 Another trial against Maggie Palmer. 154 00:06:29,714 --> 00:06:31,368 - The one with the pantyhose? - [ chuckles ] 155 00:06:31,412 --> 00:06:32,717 Yup. She offered a plea deal with time served 156 00:06:32,761 --> 00:06:34,763 while still maintaining a felony on his record, 157 00:06:34,806 --> 00:06:38,462 hoping that Leon would... [sighs] take anything 158 00:06:38,506 --> 00:06:40,029 to get released from jail. 159 00:06:40,072 --> 00:06:41,422 They're betting on recidivism. 160 00:06:41,465 --> 00:06:43,032 My office rejected the offer, 161 00:06:43,075 --> 00:06:45,426 so she's gonna go for the jugular, but I'm ready. 162 00:06:45,469 --> 00:06:46,818 I wish I could see you take her down. 163 00:06:46,862 --> 00:06:49,168 Well, how about you come with me 164 00:06:49,212 --> 00:06:51,693 to the H.O.J. Christmas party instead? 165 00:06:51,736 --> 00:06:53,999 Qué lindo.I'll go, on one condition. 166 00:06:54,043 --> 00:06:56,219 - Oh. There are conditions? - Meet me at my house tonight. 167 00:06:56,262 --> 00:06:59,918 Bring an old sweater, glue,and some jingle bells. 168 00:06:59,962 --> 00:07:01,180 Jingle bells? You're serious? 169 00:07:01,224 --> 00:07:02,878 Oh, yeah. As a heart attack.Um... 170 00:07:02,921 --> 00:07:04,401 - Hey, Sara.- Well, uh, I'll call you later. 171 00:07:04,445 --> 00:07:05,794 - Okay. - Okay? 172 00:07:05,837 --> 00:07:06,838 - Bye. - Bye. 173 00:07:06,882 --> 00:07:08,536 [ cellphone chimes ] 174 00:07:10,886 --> 00:07:12,670 Joaquin is comingto the Christmas party. 175 00:07:12,714 --> 00:07:15,238 And you're frowning because? 176 00:07:15,281 --> 00:07:16,674 Too much too soon? 177 00:07:16,718 --> 00:07:19,721 No. This is definitely good news. 178 00:07:19,764 --> 00:07:21,940 How are your grandparents? Store fixed yet? 179 00:07:21,984 --> 00:07:23,942 Renovations are almost done. 180 00:07:23,986 --> 00:07:25,770 All they've got to do is paint. 181 00:07:25,814 --> 00:07:27,685 Thank God I won my cash playing poker.Hmm. 182 00:07:27,729 --> 00:07:29,470 Had to buy enough chisels, paint, 183 00:07:29,513 --> 00:07:31,123 and spackle to do the whole bodega. 184 00:07:31,167 --> 00:07:32,385 RIP my wallet. 185 00:07:32,429 --> 00:07:34,692 Well, at least it's his property. 186 00:07:34,736 --> 00:07:36,520 SHERRI: I suggest always having hand sanitizer 187 00:07:36,564 --> 00:07:38,130 on your person at all times. 188 00:07:38,174 --> 00:07:40,219 Squirt it in your palm.Freeze, Ms. Lopez. 189 00:07:40,263 --> 00:07:42,613 Ms. Castillo, sanitize upon entering and exiting. 190 00:07:42,657 --> 00:07:43,919 Stock each sanitation stationwith gloves, 191 00:07:43,962 --> 00:07:45,486 face shields, and masks. 192 00:07:45,529 --> 00:07:47,575 I want 6 feetbetween each juror. 193 00:07:47,618 --> 00:07:48,706 They are going to be in the jury box. 194 00:07:48,750 --> 00:07:50,055 They are going to be in the gallery, 195 00:07:50,099 --> 00:07:52,101 There will be germs, germs,germs everywhere. 196 00:07:52,144 --> 00:07:54,146 - Got it? - BAILIFFS: Got it. 197 00:07:54,190 --> 00:07:56,148 Where are we seating the jury?Two in the jury box, the rest in the gallery. 198 00:07:56,192 --> 00:07:57,410 Well, what about the gallery? 199 00:07:57,454 --> 00:07:59,064 We have two public spots in here. 200 00:07:59,108 --> 00:08:01,589 The rest can view the trial froman overflow room. COVID-safe. 201 00:08:04,113 --> 00:08:05,810 - [ sniffing ] - Executed safety protocols 202 00:08:05,854 --> 00:08:07,551 with frightening efficiency, Sherri. 203 00:08:07,595 --> 00:08:09,684 We're going to get through this in one piece, Your Honor. 204 00:08:09,727 --> 00:08:23,175 ♪♪♪ 205 00:08:23,219 --> 00:08:24,133 All right, everybody, here we go. 206 00:08:24,176 --> 00:08:26,439 Ms. Palmer, your first witness. 207 00:08:26,483 --> 00:08:28,354 Jamie Hallford, Your Honor. 208 00:08:31,096 --> 00:08:32,794 BAILIFF: Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth, 209 00:08:32,837 --> 00:08:35,927 and nothing but the truth? - I do. 210 00:08:35,971 --> 00:08:38,408 - Ms. Palmer, you may inquire. - ROXY: I'm so sorry. 211 00:08:38,451 --> 00:08:40,497 I have one of the public seats today. Where are they? 212 00:08:40,541 --> 00:08:41,933 Oh, thank you. 213 00:08:43,631 --> 00:08:45,589 [ whispers ] Hi. I'm Roxy. 214 00:08:51,203 --> 00:08:52,814 Ms. Palmer. 215 00:08:52,857 --> 00:08:54,555 Mr. Hallford, please tell the jury 216 00:08:54,598 --> 00:08:56,774 what happened on the night in question. 217 00:08:56,818 --> 00:08:59,647 I played ball at Downey High back in '08. 218 00:08:59,690 --> 00:09:01,039 That night, I stopped by the tailgate 219 00:09:01,083 --> 00:09:05,130 to pregame with some alum, and I see this cute girl. 220 00:09:05,174 --> 00:09:06,741 PALMER: Did you know this girl? 221 00:09:06,784 --> 00:09:09,221 Nah, but she looked my way, so I blew her a kiss. 222 00:09:09,265 --> 00:09:10,788 Then brother man runs up on me. 223 00:09:10,832 --> 00:09:13,182 What happened after the defendant ran upon you? 224 00:09:13,225 --> 00:09:15,706 He yells,"Stay away from my daughter." 225 00:09:15,750 --> 00:09:18,535 Starts going off.Backs me into the food table, 226 00:09:18,579 --> 00:09:21,016 then kicks me outof the tailgate for good. 227 00:09:21,059 --> 00:09:23,627 So the defendant was the aggressor? 228 00:09:23,671 --> 00:09:26,369 - Objection. Leading. - Sustained. Next question. 229 00:09:26,412 --> 00:09:30,634 What happened next?After the game,old dude rushes me with a gun. 230 00:09:30,678 --> 00:09:33,768 I take off running.Then he shoots me, then dips. 231 00:09:33,811 --> 00:09:35,508 So the defendant brandishes a gun, 232 00:09:35,552 --> 00:09:39,425 and as you run for your life, he shoots you, correct? 233 00:09:39,469 --> 00:09:41,340 - That's correct. - Nothing further. 234 00:09:43,691 --> 00:09:45,040 LOLA: Ms. Lopez? 235 00:09:46,215 --> 00:09:48,957 You mentioned blowing a kiss at a young girl. 236 00:09:49,000 --> 00:09:50,567 - Was she a student? - I don't know. Maybe. 237 00:09:50,611 --> 00:09:52,134 So you don't make it your business 238 00:09:52,177 --> 00:09:53,657 to know the age of young girls before hitting on them 239 00:09:53,701 --> 00:09:55,703 at a high school? MAGGIE: Objection. Irrelevant. 240 00:09:55,746 --> 00:09:58,531 LOLA: Sustained. Move along, Ms. Lopez. 241 00:09:58,575 --> 00:10:01,099 You said that you went to pregame with old teammates. 242 00:10:01,143 --> 00:10:03,449 - Were you drinking? - I had a little buzz. 243 00:10:03,493 --> 00:10:05,408 Isn't it true that Mr. Parson removed you 244 00:10:05,451 --> 00:10:08,106 because you were belligerent? - Objection. Argumentative. 245 00:10:08,150 --> 00:10:09,804 - Sustained. - [ Roxy grunts ] 246 00:10:11,675 --> 00:10:14,983 Please continue, Ms. Lopez. 247 00:10:15,026 --> 00:10:18,726 - Do you own a gun? - Sure do. A 9-millimeter. 248 00:10:18,769 --> 00:10:20,597 - And where is that gun now? - I lost it. 249 00:10:20,641 --> 00:10:23,295 - When? - Maybe three, four months ago. 250 00:10:23,339 --> 00:10:25,123 Did you report that to the police? 251 00:10:25,167 --> 00:10:28,736 Nope.Figured it'd turn up. 252 00:10:28,779 --> 00:10:30,955 Huh. The medical report says that 253 00:10:30,999 --> 00:10:32,653 you were shot with a 9-millimeter round. 254 00:10:32,696 --> 00:10:35,656 That's the same caliber as your gun, right?I guess so. 255 00:10:35,699 --> 00:10:39,137 In fact, you did not lose your 9-millimeter gun, did you? 256 00:10:39,181 --> 00:10:40,443 It was the same gun that you were shot with 257 00:10:40,486 --> 00:10:42,314 during the incident, correct? - No. 258 00:10:42,358 --> 00:10:46,754 - Thattagirl. - Quiet in the gallery, please. 259 00:10:56,241 --> 00:11:00,245 Deputy Rashel said he shot Omar Aziz to protect himself, 260 00:11:00,289 --> 00:11:01,986 but that screenshotshows otherwise. 261 00:11:02,030 --> 00:11:03,205 You get Omar's statement yet? 262 00:11:03,248 --> 00:11:06,121 I was waitingfor your take on charges. 263 00:11:06,164 --> 00:11:08,253 It's risky. Might be a job for the feds. 264 00:11:08,297 --> 00:11:10,081 I prosecuted this case eight years ago 265 00:11:10,125 --> 00:11:11,300 without all the facts. 266 00:11:11,343 --> 00:11:12,605 Now with this new evidence, 267 00:11:12,649 --> 00:11:14,085 I should be the one to retry it, not the feds. 268 00:11:14,129 --> 00:11:15,913 Why not focus on exonerating Omar first? 269 00:11:15,957 --> 00:11:17,610 - After that, we-- - If I clear Omar first, 270 00:11:17,654 --> 00:11:20,004 it'll tip off the sheriffs that we're going after Rashel 271 00:11:20,048 --> 00:11:22,267 before D.A. Bravo has a chance to file the charges. 272 00:11:22,311 --> 00:11:26,228 Fine. I'll try to get you a meeting with Bravo. 273 00:11:26,271 --> 00:11:28,230 But a warning, Callan. 274 00:11:28,273 --> 00:11:30,711 "Keep this quiet. There's no telling who's listening." 275 00:11:30,754 --> 00:11:33,017 He said that? Choi's spooked. 276 00:11:33,061 --> 00:11:34,584 You didn't tell Choi that Omar gave you the finger? 277 00:11:34,627 --> 00:11:36,542 And risk having him kill the case 278 00:11:36,586 --> 00:11:38,370 before I get Omar on board?Yeah, there's no case without him. 279 00:11:38,414 --> 00:11:40,068 Let's just shore up the evidence first. 280 00:11:40,111 --> 00:11:42,157 No, no evidence beats hearing the truth 281 00:11:42,200 --> 00:11:43,985 straight from the horse's mouth. 282 00:11:44,028 --> 00:11:47,031 What's the latest on Deputy Rashel?Seems that man can't stay put. 283 00:11:47,075 --> 00:11:49,468 Six transfers in two years, no explanation. 284 00:11:49,512 --> 00:11:52,254 Yeah. Even my buddy over at the South L.A. station 285 00:11:52,297 --> 00:11:55,126 came up dry. - I can get intel. 286 00:11:55,170 --> 00:11:57,128 What? I have a source. 287 00:11:57,172 --> 00:11:58,869 Nothing surprises me anymore. 288 00:11:58,913 --> 00:12:01,002 Did I miss the memo? 289 00:12:01,045 --> 00:12:02,960 Just finishing lunch. 290 00:12:03,004 --> 00:12:05,267 Gotta run. Trimming the tree tonight. 291 00:12:08,009 --> 00:12:09,445 So... 292 00:12:09,488 --> 00:12:12,274 you wanna go tothe Christmas party together? 293 00:12:14,189 --> 00:12:15,364 Sure. 294 00:12:15,407 --> 00:12:16,713 ♪♪♪ 295 00:12:16,757 --> 00:12:20,761 ♪ Silent night 296 00:12:20,804 --> 00:12:23,328 The evidence screams that Rashel framed Omar. 297 00:12:23,372 --> 00:12:25,678 Somebody sat on it for eight years. Why drop it now? 298 00:12:25,722 --> 00:12:28,072 Mark, Choi's afraid of prosecuting Rashel, 299 00:12:28,116 --> 00:12:29,595 and Omar won't testify? 300 00:12:29,639 --> 00:12:30,814 You shouldn't push. 301 00:12:30,858 --> 00:12:32,729 You--you need both of them on board. 302 00:12:32,773 --> 00:12:34,600 I can't ignore this, Amy. 303 00:12:34,644 --> 00:12:36,820 Deputy Rashel probably isn't the only sheriff 304 00:12:36,864 --> 00:12:38,561 who scrubbed evidence to cover his ass. 305 00:12:38,604 --> 00:12:40,563 You just need to take it slow. You know, do it right. 306 00:12:40,606 --> 00:12:43,827 You push too hard. You put yourself at risk. 307 00:12:43,871 --> 00:12:45,437 ♪ Holy infant 308 00:12:45,481 --> 00:12:47,178 - Ugh. - Okay. 309 00:12:48,963 --> 00:12:51,748 I haven't seen this in years. 310 00:12:51,792 --> 00:12:53,445 Uh, uh, my mom bought this 311 00:12:53,489 --> 00:12:57,493 for our... [ sighs ] Christmas family gatherings. 312 00:12:57,536 --> 00:13:01,236 One of the few times I would see her giddy. [ chuckles ] 313 00:13:01,279 --> 00:13:03,760 I forgot I packed this when I left Missouri. 314 00:13:03,804 --> 00:13:05,240 If it's a family heirloom, it's going on the tree. 315 00:13:05,283 --> 00:13:06,850 - Come on. - No, I--it-- 316 00:13:06,894 --> 00:13:08,156 - Yeah. - It clashes. 317 00:13:08,199 --> 00:13:10,680 All right, lady. [ grunts ] 318 00:13:10,723 --> 00:13:13,204 Oh. [ laughs ] Mwah. Perfect. 319 00:13:13,248 --> 00:13:18,166 ♪ Sleep in heavenly Oh. 320 00:13:18,209 --> 00:13:20,995 ♪ Peace 321 00:13:21,038 --> 00:13:22,910 Ms. Hashemi, tell us what you saw. 322 00:13:22,953 --> 00:13:27,697 I was waiting on a passenger across from Downey High School. 323 00:13:27,740 --> 00:13:31,135 I drive for Lyft. I saw a man packing boxes. 324 00:13:31,179 --> 00:13:33,790 A second man approached a younger, 325 00:13:33,834 --> 00:13:35,879 also African American. 326 00:13:35,923 --> 00:13:39,404 They started arguing. I couldn't hear the words. 327 00:13:39,448 --> 00:13:41,537 Both men fell to the ground, 328 00:13:41,580 --> 00:13:44,279 punching and kicking. I heard a gunshot. 329 00:13:44,322 --> 00:13:47,021 Then the younger man fell over, injured. 330 00:13:47,064 --> 00:13:49,588 For the record, you clearly saw 331 00:13:49,632 --> 00:13:52,722 the defendant shoot the younger man? 332 00:13:52,765 --> 00:13:54,898 Yes, ma'am, in the stomach. 333 00:13:54,942 --> 00:13:57,292 After the defendant shot his victim, 334 00:13:57,335 --> 00:13:58,771 what did he do next? 335 00:13:58,815 --> 00:14:01,035 - He ran away with the gun. - And then what happened? 336 00:14:01,078 --> 00:14:02,688 I called an ambulance. 337 00:14:02,732 --> 00:14:05,343 Youcalled the police, not the defendant 338 00:14:05,387 --> 00:14:07,955 who accidentally shot his victim? 339 00:14:07,998 --> 00:14:10,827 What isyour question, Ms. Palmer? 340 00:14:10,871 --> 00:14:14,048 I withdraw. Nothing further. 341 00:14:14,091 --> 00:14:15,179 LOLA: Ms. Lopez? 342 00:14:15,223 --> 00:14:16,659 Ms. Hashemi, do you know 343 00:14:16,702 --> 00:14:18,008 either of the men you saw that night? 344 00:14:18,052 --> 00:14:20,097 No, I do not. 345 00:14:20,141 --> 00:14:21,664 You testified that the younger man 346 00:14:21,707 --> 00:14:23,753 approached Mr. Parson first, is that right? 347 00:14:23,796 --> 00:14:25,189 Uh, yes, that is true. 348 00:14:25,233 --> 00:14:27,365 Did you see a gun on Mr. Parson 349 00:14:27,409 --> 00:14:29,193 before the aggressor approached him? 350 00:14:29,237 --> 00:14:30,151 No, ma'am. 351 00:14:30,194 --> 00:14:31,717 And when the men started arguing, 352 00:14:31,761 --> 00:14:33,894 did Mr. Parson have a gun then? - No. 353 00:14:33,937 --> 00:14:35,417 Did you see who brought the gun? 354 00:14:35,460 --> 00:14:38,942 Yes, the younger man pulled it from his jacket pocket. 355 00:14:42,990 --> 00:14:45,688 Take a look at Defense Exhibit A. 356 00:14:45,731 --> 00:14:47,908 Do you see the aggressor here? 357 00:14:49,561 --> 00:14:50,780 This man. 358 00:14:50,823 --> 00:14:52,695 And you are certain this is the man 359 00:14:52,738 --> 00:14:54,915 who brandished the gun first? - I am. 360 00:14:54,958 --> 00:14:56,917 For the record, Ms. Hashemi identifies 361 00:14:56,960 --> 00:14:59,310 Jamie Hallford as the aggressor in the attack. 362 00:14:59,354 --> 00:15:00,268 Mm-hmm. 363 00:15:00,311 --> 00:15:02,444 Mrs. Robinson, one more peep, 364 00:15:02,487 --> 00:15:05,447 and you will be held in contempt. 365 00:15:07,884 --> 00:15:09,103 Nothing further. 366 00:15:09,146 --> 00:15:11,322 Ms. Palmer, do you have any more witnesses? 367 00:15:11,366 --> 00:15:13,368 The People rest. 368 00:15:17,850 --> 00:15:20,201 Your Honor, I'm sorry. I have a question. 369 00:15:21,767 --> 00:15:23,726 Thank you. 370 00:15:31,429 --> 00:15:33,257 What the... 371 00:15:39,437 --> 00:15:42,963 The Court has received a jury question. 372 00:15:43,006 --> 00:15:46,140 I will review and send my answer shortly. 373 00:15:46,183 --> 00:15:48,011 [ gavel pounds ] 374 00:15:48,055 --> 00:15:49,360 [ gavel clatters ] 375 00:15:49,404 --> 00:15:54,235 ♪♪♪ 376 00:15:58,065 --> 00:16:03,026 ♪ O come, Thou Key of David, come ♪ 377 00:16:03,070 --> 00:16:05,550 What's the matter? Sarita, hija. 378 00:16:05,594 --> 00:16:07,944 Mm. Christmas without everyone's just not the same. 379 00:16:07,988 --> 00:16:09,467 I'm glad to be here with you two, though. 380 00:16:09,511 --> 00:16:11,382 Cures the holiday blues. 381 00:16:11,426 --> 00:16:13,210 Ever since the looting, I've been blue, too. 382 00:16:13,254 --> 00:16:15,430 Damn protests. It's all those people's fault. 383 00:16:15,473 --> 00:16:18,476 Shame on them. Useless criminales 384 00:16:18,520 --> 00:16:20,174 exploiting the hard-working people, hija. 385 00:16:20,217 --> 00:16:23,133 Those people are protesters. They're not criminals. 386 00:16:23,177 --> 00:16:25,788 Not looters. 387 00:16:25,831 --> 00:16:27,224 [ laughter ] 388 00:16:27,268 --> 00:16:29,661 What is so funny? 389 00:16:29,705 --> 00:16:32,925 We're talking about the insurance adjusters. 390 00:16:32,969 --> 00:16:35,189 [ laughs ] They've been nickel and diming us 391 00:16:35,232 --> 00:16:36,799 ever since the looting. 392 00:16:36,842 --> 00:16:38,627 I thought you were against the protests. 393 00:16:38,670 --> 00:16:40,933 Unh-unh. They stand with us when we get deported. 394 00:16:40,977 --> 00:16:43,545 We stand with them when they're losing their lives. 395 00:16:43,588 --> 00:16:46,287 - ¿Que no? - Should have known better. 396 00:16:46,330 --> 00:16:48,724 Ay! 397 00:16:48,767 --> 00:16:50,595 ♪♪♪ 398 00:16:50,639 --> 00:16:53,555 Omar, third message this week. 399 00:16:53,598 --> 00:16:55,905 We need to talk ASAP. Call me back. 400 00:16:55,948 --> 00:16:58,168 - I got updates. - [ sighs ] 401 00:16:58,212 --> 00:17:01,476 Maybe Luke can help? I feel weird excluding him. 402 00:17:01,519 --> 00:17:03,043 The fewer people involved, the better. 403 00:17:03,086 --> 00:17:05,567 - What's the update? - Rashel's transfers. 404 00:17:05,610 --> 00:17:07,090 Each happened after he was reported 405 00:17:07,134 --> 00:17:08,570 for excessive use of force on duty. 406 00:17:08,613 --> 00:17:10,093 So Omar's not his only victim. 407 00:17:10,137 --> 00:17:12,965 This establishes a pattern of violence. I need names. 408 00:17:13,009 --> 00:17:14,445 Not admissible in court 409 00:17:14,489 --> 00:17:15,881 under the Police Officer Bill of Rights. 410 00:17:15,925 --> 00:17:17,274 Gotta go through Bravo first, 411 00:17:17,318 --> 00:17:20,016 but this kind of information helps. Thank you. 412 00:17:21,104 --> 00:17:22,540 [ sighs ] 413 00:17:22,584 --> 00:17:25,848 Omar, Mark Callan again.I got news.[ door closes ] 414 00:17:25,891 --> 00:17:27,328 [ knocks on door ] 415 00:17:27,371 --> 00:17:29,895 What did that juror's note say? 416 00:17:29,939 --> 00:17:31,375 He asked me to clarify 417 00:17:31,419 --> 00:17:32,811 the premeditated murder allegation. 418 00:17:32,855 --> 00:17:34,291 It's a little early for that, isn't it? 419 00:17:34,335 --> 00:17:36,163 Agreed. That juror definitely gave me 420 00:17:36,206 --> 00:17:38,774 the weirdest feeling, that stare. 421 00:17:38,817 --> 00:17:40,471 Oh, I wonder how Ms. Lopez feels. 422 00:17:40,515 --> 00:17:42,517 The jury's clarifying charges 423 00:17:42,560 --> 00:17:43,518 before she can even begin her defense. 424 00:17:43,561 --> 00:17:46,260 Sherri, about Roxy... 425 00:17:46,303 --> 00:17:50,220 Ah. On it, Your Honor. [ chuckles ] 426 00:17:51,700 --> 00:17:53,745 Ooh! [ chuckles ] 427 00:18:02,319 --> 00:18:04,539 You...good? 428 00:18:04,582 --> 00:18:06,149 You see that woman over there? 429 00:18:06,193 --> 00:18:07,759 That's Judge Carmichael's mother, Roxy. 430 00:18:07,803 --> 00:18:10,110 - Why is her mom here? - She advocates for victims, 431 00:18:10,153 --> 00:18:12,764 and I have to tell her to leave. 432 00:18:12,808 --> 00:18:14,462 That is bold. 433 00:18:14,505 --> 00:18:16,899 She can be a little...distracting. 434 00:18:16,942 --> 00:18:18,727 Oh, well, if you need some help, I could... 435 00:18:18,770 --> 00:18:21,599 Yes. You shouldmeet Roxy. 436 00:18:25,864 --> 00:18:28,824 Mrs. Roxy? Hi. Ness Johnson. 437 00:18:28,867 --> 00:18:32,306 Um, Judge Carmichael requested that you vacate the courtroom. 438 00:18:32,349 --> 00:18:34,221 - She thinks that-- - My daughter said what? 439 00:18:34,264 --> 00:18:36,266 Uh, Judge Carmichael. 440 00:18:36,310 --> 00:18:39,139 Um, she thinks that you're a distraction. 441 00:18:39,182 --> 00:18:41,576 Mm! 442 00:18:42,968 --> 00:18:47,016 Uh...ma'am, can you please vacate the courtroom? 443 00:18:47,059 --> 00:18:49,975 No. This is a public place. 444 00:18:53,065 --> 00:18:55,285 Bailiff? Some assistance, please? 445 00:18:58,070 --> 00:18:59,333 Don't you dare. 446 00:18:59,376 --> 00:19:01,726 Mnh-mnh. 447 00:19:01,770 --> 00:19:03,032 [ exhales deeply ] 448 00:19:03,075 --> 00:19:10,213 ♪♪♪ 449 00:19:10,257 --> 00:19:11,910 Sam, we need to figure out a way 450 00:19:11,954 --> 00:19:13,303 to get these transfer records into the evidence. 451 00:19:13,347 --> 00:19:15,000 Now Ineed to find a way. 452 00:19:15,044 --> 00:19:16,872 Maybe there's some precedent we don't know about? 453 00:19:16,915 --> 00:19:19,309 On it. I'll stop by the C.E.U. first. 454 00:19:19,353 --> 00:19:21,485 I never liked the C.E.U. Kinda grungy. 455 00:19:21,529 --> 00:19:22,878 I'm headed there now. 456 00:19:22,921 --> 00:19:24,880 I'm happy to drop your files off, save you a trip. 457 00:19:24,923 --> 00:19:26,447 Can't let these rookies get off too easy. 458 00:19:26,490 --> 00:19:28,231 She wants a shot at Special Trials, 459 00:19:28,275 --> 00:19:29,928 she's gonna have to earn it. - Special Trials? 460 00:19:31,321 --> 00:19:33,105 Then you must be Mark Callan. 461 00:19:33,149 --> 00:19:35,456 - New guy. - Not so new. 462 00:19:35,499 --> 00:19:37,893 Ms. Powell, meet Sergeant Wayne McCarthy, 463 00:19:37,936 --> 00:19:40,635 board member of the Association of L.A. Deputy Sheriffs. 464 00:19:40,678 --> 00:19:43,681 Union guy, three generations and counting. 465 00:19:43,725 --> 00:19:47,032 - Hey, is that Big Mick? - Watkins. 466 00:19:47,076 --> 00:19:49,731 - [ laughs ] Hey! - You traded a badge for a tie? 467 00:19:49,774 --> 00:19:54,083 Is it a clip-on?McCarthy was my training officer in the Sheriff's Academy. 468 00:19:54,126 --> 00:19:56,477 Hey, you have timefor quick coffee?I'm in. 469 00:19:56,520 --> 00:19:59,306 Ms. Powell. Mr. Callan. 470 00:20:01,395 --> 00:20:03,701 Why didn't you tell me you were coming down?Oh, man. 471 00:20:03,745 --> 00:20:05,050 When was the last time 472 00:20:05,094 --> 00:20:06,487 a Sheriff union board member just popped by? 473 00:20:06,530 --> 00:20:08,576 We need to get Omar on board now. 474 00:20:10,708 --> 00:20:12,144 Prosecution's rested their case. 475 00:20:12,188 --> 00:20:15,104 - Already? - We are in great shape. 476 00:20:15,147 --> 00:20:16,366 That juror's note can't be good. 477 00:20:16,410 --> 00:20:18,716 Leon, please do not read into the note. 478 00:20:18,760 --> 00:20:20,327 They straight up asked 479 00:20:20,370 --> 00:20:21,589 if the shot was premeditated and deliberate. 480 00:20:21,632 --> 00:20:23,721 Yeah, but the DA has no proof 481 00:20:23,765 --> 00:20:24,940 that you planned to kill Jamie. 482 00:20:24,983 --> 00:20:26,637 And Ana's testimony proved that 483 00:20:26,681 --> 00:20:28,422 you were defending yourself. Don't overthink-- 484 00:20:28,465 --> 00:20:29,814 - If I testify-- - If you testify, 485 00:20:29,858 --> 00:20:31,381 the D.A. gets to question you, 486 00:20:31,425 --> 00:20:33,253 and she will try to make you look as guilty as you she can. 487 00:20:33,296 --> 00:20:36,386 Jamie accused me of trying to kill him 488 00:20:36,430 --> 00:20:38,649 in front of my family, my neighborhood. 489 00:20:38,693 --> 00:20:40,390 I need to speak for myself. 490 00:20:40,434 --> 00:20:42,174 My advice-- 491 00:20:42,218 --> 00:20:44,525 give our defense a chance to sway the jury. 492 00:20:44,568 --> 00:20:45,961 And if it doesn't, 493 00:20:46,004 --> 00:20:47,397 I don't get to wake up my kids 494 00:20:47,441 --> 00:20:48,877 on Christmas morning. 495 00:20:48,920 --> 00:20:50,966 I have to speak for myself. 496 00:20:51,009 --> 00:20:54,622 That way, I know I did all I could to come home. 497 00:20:54,665 --> 00:21:02,020 ♪♪♪ 498 00:21:02,064 --> 00:21:04,327 Why were you at the tailgate that night? 499 00:21:04,371 --> 00:21:07,591 I volunteer at Jillian's high school. 500 00:21:07,635 --> 00:21:08,723 She's my oldest. 501 00:21:08,766 --> 00:21:10,202 My son Levi is 6. 502 00:21:10,246 --> 00:21:12,161 EMILY: Do you know Jamie Hallford? 503 00:21:12,204 --> 00:21:14,772 No. Not at all. Did you approach him that night? 504 00:21:14,816 --> 00:21:17,775 Only because he blew a kiss at my daughter. 505 00:21:17,819 --> 00:21:21,562 She's 15. I asked him to stop, and he got mad. 506 00:21:21,605 --> 00:21:23,912 - And then what happened? - He pushed past me 507 00:21:23,955 --> 00:21:25,522 and stumbled into the food table. 508 00:21:25,566 --> 00:21:27,524 Knocked over all the concessions. 509 00:21:27,568 --> 00:21:30,440 So I made him leave. I thought it was done. 510 00:21:30,484 --> 00:21:32,790 After the game, when I came back to clean up, 511 00:21:32,834 --> 00:21:36,968 that's when Jamie came out, hollering and slurring. 512 00:21:37,012 --> 00:21:38,448 I told him to calm down. 513 00:21:38,492 --> 00:21:40,363 and he took out a gun and pointed it at my chest. 514 00:21:40,407 --> 00:21:42,583 And what happened next, Mr. Parson? 515 00:21:42,626 --> 00:21:45,934 I lunged for the gun, and we wrestled over it. 516 00:21:45,977 --> 00:21:47,588 And he climbed on top of me. 517 00:21:47,631 --> 00:21:50,199 I could see his finger was on the trigger, 518 00:21:50,242 --> 00:21:52,984 but I managed to snatch the gun away from him, 519 00:21:53,028 --> 00:21:55,509 and in trying to defend myself, I fired. 520 00:21:55,552 --> 00:21:57,598 He fell over, 521 00:21:57,641 --> 00:22:00,252 I got in my truck, and I drove off, scared. 522 00:22:00,296 --> 00:22:02,994 When you fired the gun, were you trying to kill Jamie? 523 00:22:03,038 --> 00:22:07,216 No. I was trying to keep myself from getting killed. 524 00:22:11,916 --> 00:22:13,178 Nothing further. 525 00:22:14,919 --> 00:22:16,834 Ms. Palmer, you may cross-examine. 526 00:22:16,878 --> 00:22:21,361 Would you say Jamie blowing kisses at your daughter 527 00:22:21,404 --> 00:22:23,188 made you really angry? 528 00:22:23,232 --> 00:22:24,407 Enraged, even? 529 00:22:24,451 --> 00:22:27,105 I was concerned. Any father would be. 530 00:22:27,149 --> 00:22:29,151 So you intentionally pulled the trigger 531 00:22:29,194 --> 00:22:32,589 of the gun that shot Jamie? - He had me pinned down. 532 00:22:32,633 --> 00:22:36,898 And after you shot Jamie, you ran away with the weapon, 533 00:22:36,941 --> 00:22:39,553 leaving him potentially to die, correct? 534 00:22:39,596 --> 00:22:41,946 Yes, I panicked. Uh, he attacked me. 535 00:22:41,990 --> 00:22:44,079 Did you report that to the police? 536 00:22:46,298 --> 00:22:47,952 Please answer the question. 537 00:22:47,996 --> 00:22:50,651 No, I-I... I didn't report it. 538 00:22:50,694 --> 00:22:52,914 I didn't think anybody would believe me. 539 00:22:52,957 --> 00:22:55,220 Believe what? 540 00:22:55,264 --> 00:22:57,658 That-- That the gun wasn't mine. 541 00:22:57,701 --> 00:23:00,965 So you disposed of it? 542 00:23:01,009 --> 00:23:03,446 - I didn't know what else to do. - Yes or no? 543 00:23:04,969 --> 00:23:06,667 Yes. 544 00:23:06,710 --> 00:23:09,931 Nothing further, Your Honor. 545 00:23:09,974 --> 00:23:12,237 Ms. Lopez?When you and Mr. Hallford wrestled, 546 00:23:12,281 --> 00:23:14,849 did you feel your life was threatened? 547 00:23:14,892 --> 00:23:17,678 Yes.And is that the only reason you pulled that trigger? 548 00:23:17,721 --> 00:23:19,767 Yes. 549 00:23:22,291 --> 00:23:25,337 Nothing further, Your Honor. The Defense rests. 550 00:23:25,381 --> 00:23:27,905 Your Honor, I have another question. 551 00:23:50,406 --> 00:23:54,497 "Can intent to kill be proven by circumstantial evidence?" 552 00:23:54,541 --> 00:23:56,281 Of course it can. Reply "yes." 553 00:23:56,325 --> 00:23:59,633 Simply replying "yes" could sway the jury toward conviction. 554 00:23:59,676 --> 00:24:01,243 The explanation should be nuanced. 555 00:24:01,286 --> 00:24:03,506 A direct question gets a direct answer. 556 00:24:03,550 --> 00:24:05,856 Well, it's not up to you.Your concern is well-taken, Ms. Lopez, 557 00:24:05,900 --> 00:24:10,121 but Ms. Palmer is correct. I must answer directly. Yes. 558 00:24:10,165 --> 00:24:11,862 What's the worst-case scenario? 559 00:24:11,906 --> 00:24:14,256 Should the jury return a guilty verdict 560 00:24:14,299 --> 00:24:16,476 and find the "willful, deliberate, 561 00:24:16,519 --> 00:24:19,348 and premeditated allegation" true, 562 00:24:19,391 --> 00:24:22,482 it carries a mandatory seven years to life sentence. 563 00:24:22,525 --> 00:24:25,354 All this for protecting my daughter? 564 00:24:25,397 --> 00:24:28,357 I'd miss Jillian and Levi's entire lives. 565 00:24:28,400 --> 00:24:30,185 And my mom? 566 00:24:30,228 --> 00:24:33,797 [ sighs ] Oh, God. 567 00:24:35,582 --> 00:24:37,758 Your Honor, I would like to request 568 00:24:37,801 --> 00:24:41,457 a family visit for my client. Please. 569 00:24:41,501 --> 00:24:45,940 Granted. 10 minutes. 570 00:24:45,983 --> 00:24:48,682 And then we will go directly into closing arguments 571 00:24:48,725 --> 00:24:50,466 and give the jury the case. 572 00:24:50,510 --> 00:24:52,599 Thank you, Your Honor. 573 00:24:52,642 --> 00:24:56,167 ♪♪♪ 574 00:25:00,868 --> 00:25:03,087 LEON: You been taking care of your sister, Levi? 575 00:25:03,131 --> 00:25:07,527 Yes, Daddy. I beat Jillian at "Fortnite" five times. 576 00:25:07,570 --> 00:25:09,180 - Oh, 'cause you cheated. - Did not. 577 00:25:09,224 --> 00:25:13,489 Hey, easy. [ laughs ] You know she's letting you win, right? 578 00:25:13,533 --> 00:25:14,838 Dad. 579 00:25:14,882 --> 00:25:16,666 - How your schoolwork coming? - Still virtual. 580 00:25:16,710 --> 00:25:19,713 [ singsongy ] But I made honor roll this semester. 581 00:25:19,756 --> 00:25:21,497 LEON: Now that's my girl! 582 00:25:21,541 --> 00:25:24,065 Hey, you taking care of Grandma, being the man of the house? 583 00:25:24,108 --> 00:25:25,632 LEVI: Yeah. 584 00:25:25,675 --> 00:25:28,809 [ sighs ] How long do you think the jury will deliberate? 585 00:25:28,852 --> 00:25:31,159 It's hard to say on this one. The constant questions-- 586 00:25:31,202 --> 00:25:32,813 Do you think the jury will convict? 587 00:25:32,856 --> 00:25:34,815 That's not for me to say, Ness. 588 00:25:34,858 --> 00:25:37,469 [ cellphone ringing]Ugh. 589 00:25:37,513 --> 00:25:39,559 [ rings ] 590 00:25:44,651 --> 00:25:48,959 I can't have my family waltzing into every one of my trials. 591 00:25:49,003 --> 00:25:51,353 You are an NAACP rep helping the defendant. 592 00:25:51,396 --> 00:25:53,007 It makes me look biased. 593 00:25:53,050 --> 00:25:55,575 I didn't call to discuss the trial. 594 00:25:55,618 --> 00:25:58,012 Why have I been kept away from Bean? 595 00:25:58,055 --> 00:26:01,319 Mom, please. We are both in at-risk groups. 596 00:26:01,363 --> 00:26:03,191 It's not worth it. And it's not like 597 00:26:03,234 --> 00:26:04,627 we were having family dinners anyway. 598 00:26:04,671 --> 00:26:06,020 Oh, in times like this, 599 00:26:06,063 --> 00:26:09,153 we should be together, have quality time. 600 00:26:09,197 --> 00:26:11,460 Poor Leon doesn't have the luxury 601 00:26:11,503 --> 00:26:13,244 of seeing his family, yet here youare. 602 00:26:13,288 --> 00:26:18,119 Yeah. Here I am, doing my job as a judge. 603 00:26:18,162 --> 00:26:20,251 Except not right now, because I'm on the phone 604 00:26:20,295 --> 00:26:25,082 arguing with you when there is a man who-- 605 00:26:25,126 --> 00:26:28,564 who thinks that the justice system that, 606 00:26:28,608 --> 00:26:33,482 that Ihave let him and his family down, that I... 607 00:26:35,179 --> 00:26:38,139 I will tell you what I'm gonna do. 608 00:26:38,182 --> 00:26:40,228 I'm going to show my face at this party 609 00:26:40,271 --> 00:26:42,578 and then research my options for trial. 610 00:26:42,622 --> 00:26:45,886 And then I am going to go home and lay in my bed, 611 00:26:45,929 --> 00:26:47,844 without my husband, mind you, 612 00:26:47,888 --> 00:26:49,890 and without any more of your guilt trips. 613 00:26:49,933 --> 00:26:51,500 [ scoffs ] 614 00:26:51,543 --> 00:26:54,416 Good night, Mom. 615 00:26:55,896 --> 00:26:59,377 [ sighs ] 616 00:26:59,421 --> 00:27:01,858 ♪♪♪ 617 00:27:01,902 --> 00:27:03,512 Hard for me to get pumped about the party. 618 00:27:03,555 --> 00:27:05,557 I keep thinking about those kids. 619 00:27:05,601 --> 00:27:07,255 Leon barely trusted me before this started. 620 00:27:07,298 --> 00:27:11,259 He will blame me if this trial flies off the rails. 621 00:27:11,302 --> 00:27:12,869 ♪♪♪ 622 00:27:12,913 --> 00:27:15,393 And get this. I thought Lupita and Miguel 623 00:27:15,437 --> 00:27:17,831 were trash-talking the protesters. 624 00:27:17,874 --> 00:27:20,877 They were going off about how those people are criminals-- 625 00:27:20,921 --> 00:27:23,967 What'd you say?I mean, we kind of argued until I realized that the-- 626 00:27:24,011 --> 00:27:26,491 Well, there's no excuse to lump protesters in with looters. 627 00:27:26,535 --> 00:27:28,798 I'm not making an excuse,if you'd just let me--Sara, you know what? 628 00:27:28,842 --> 00:27:30,452 It just--honestly, it just seems like 629 00:27:30,495 --> 00:27:33,020 you have been more upset about lost property 630 00:27:33,063 --> 00:27:34,978 than lost lives. - What? 631 00:27:35,022 --> 00:27:37,981 I mean, of course I care about the people who died, 632 00:27:38,025 --> 00:27:40,549 but I also care about what my grandparents are going through. 633 00:27:40,592 --> 00:27:42,682 - I get that, but-- - But what? 634 00:27:42,725 --> 00:27:44,379 It seems real easy for you to dismiss 635 00:27:44,422 --> 00:27:46,511 my grandparents' store, Emily. - I'm not dismissing. 636 00:27:46,555 --> 00:27:48,688 Well, you kind of are. I'm trying to talk to you 637 00:27:48,731 --> 00:27:50,167 about what's going on in my life, 638 00:27:50,211 --> 00:27:52,039 and you can't even listen long enough. 639 00:27:52,082 --> 00:27:53,823 Honestly, the thing is, it just seems like 640 00:27:53,867 --> 00:27:56,696 you don't speak up as much as you probably should. 641 00:27:56,739 --> 00:27:59,568 Well, not everyone wants to rock the boat, Em. 642 00:27:59,611 --> 00:28:02,832 I have to do things in my own way and on my own time. 643 00:28:02,876 --> 00:28:05,095 And anyway, Lupita and Miguel 644 00:28:05,139 --> 00:28:06,880 were talking about the insurance adjusters, 645 00:28:06,923 --> 00:28:08,098 but you didn't let me finish. 646 00:28:08,142 --> 00:28:10,971 You know, I just needed my friend to be... 647 00:28:11,014 --> 00:28:13,582 [ scoffs ] You know what? Just forget it. 648 00:28:13,625 --> 00:28:17,847 Okay. Sara, you can't just up and leave. 649 00:28:17,891 --> 00:28:19,457 Sara! 650 00:28:19,501 --> 00:28:22,983 ♪♪♪ 651 00:28:23,026 --> 00:28:27,204 ♪ Baby, it's Christmas 652 00:28:28,989 --> 00:28:30,468 [ exhales deeply ] 653 00:28:30,512 --> 00:28:33,123 - Hey-o. - Hey, back, back! 654 00:28:33,167 --> 00:28:35,691 - Bean's orders. No Amy? - Yeah. Working late. 655 00:28:35,735 --> 00:28:37,301 She already got her rapid test results. 656 00:28:37,345 --> 00:28:39,173 We'll meet at the party once I get mine. 657 00:28:39,216 --> 00:28:40,783 - Yeah. Still waiting on mine. - [ sighs ] 658 00:28:40,827 --> 00:28:44,047 - So how can I help? - Omar's dodging my calls. 659 00:28:44,091 --> 00:28:46,658 My whole pitch to Bravo rides on his statement. 660 00:28:46,702 --> 00:28:48,138 Did you try to subpoena him? 661 00:28:48,182 --> 00:28:49,618 And have him testify against his will? 662 00:28:49,661 --> 00:28:50,793 - That would make him an-- - Uncooperative witness. 663 00:28:50,837 --> 00:28:52,795 A bomb waiting to implode on your case. 664 00:28:52,839 --> 00:28:55,015 [ sighs ] All right. Just... 665 00:28:55,058 --> 00:28:57,887 I wanna make it right. How's trial? 666 00:28:57,931 --> 00:29:00,542 Oh! Prosecution witness got impeached, 667 00:29:00,585 --> 00:29:02,674 evidence wasn't credible, and still, 668 00:29:02,718 --> 00:29:03,806 the jury sent two questions. 669 00:29:03,850 --> 00:29:06,156 It was a full day of deliberations 670 00:29:06,200 --> 00:29:08,376 on what should be an open and shut case. 671 00:29:08,419 --> 00:29:09,856 It sounds like they don't buy the defense. 672 00:29:09,899 --> 00:29:12,815 If this were a bench trial, I would find him not guilty. 673 00:29:12,859 --> 00:29:14,948 Like you tell me, trust the system. 674 00:29:14,991 --> 00:29:19,082 [ sighs ] I see this Black, widowed father. 675 00:29:19,126 --> 00:29:22,042 He reminds me of the men in my family. 676 00:29:22,085 --> 00:29:23,783 He's innocent, by all accounts, 677 00:29:23,826 --> 00:29:26,655 and he still may go to prison. It's wrong. 678 00:29:26,698 --> 00:29:28,135 It ain't over till it's over, Lo. 679 00:29:28,178 --> 00:29:30,528 - You give them the speech? - I gave them the speech! 680 00:29:30,572 --> 00:29:32,487 Well, then trust the jury. 681 00:29:32,530 --> 00:29:35,272 Was that a little Mark-Yoda action? 682 00:29:35,316 --> 00:29:37,231 I mean...mm, mm, mm. 683 00:29:37,274 --> 00:29:38,841 Don't pop your collar.[ cellphone chimes ] 684 00:29:38,885 --> 00:29:40,843 Oh. 685 00:29:40,887 --> 00:29:41,713 Negative. 686 00:29:41,757 --> 00:29:42,845 Same! 687 00:29:42,889 --> 00:29:44,455 Let's get this over with. 688 00:29:44,499 --> 00:29:48,155 ♪♪♪ 689 00:29:48,198 --> 00:29:50,157 Lisa, this is incredible. 690 00:29:50,200 --> 00:29:51,245 I can't believe you pulled this off. 691 00:29:51,288 --> 00:29:53,160 The rapid tests were a nice touch. 692 00:29:53,203 --> 00:29:54,944 Only way a non-essential assembly 693 00:29:54,988 --> 00:29:56,554 would comply with L.A. city ordinances. 694 00:29:56,598 --> 00:29:58,165 - I see Rachel and Amy. - Let's go say hi. 695 00:29:58,208 --> 00:30:01,168 Oh, watch out for the eggnog. It's spiked. 696 00:30:01,211 --> 00:30:03,344 Good to know. 697 00:30:03,387 --> 00:30:06,434 ♪♪♪ 698 00:30:06,477 --> 00:30:08,305 Ooh. 699 00:30:08,349 --> 00:30:10,307 [ chuckles ] 700 00:30:10,351 --> 00:30:12,005 You know, I-I did not think that I was 701 00:30:12,048 --> 00:30:13,702 an ugly Christmas sweater kind of girl, 702 00:30:13,745 --> 00:30:15,573 but you converted me. 703 00:30:15,617 --> 00:30:17,227 Well, you deserve a bit of fun. 704 00:30:17,271 --> 00:30:19,316 Take your mind off the trial for a night. 705 00:30:19,360 --> 00:30:20,970 You know what else would take my mind off 706 00:30:21,014 --> 00:30:22,537 the trial for tonight? - What? 707 00:30:22,580 --> 00:30:23,886 - [ chuckles] - Emily. 708 00:30:23,930 --> 00:30:26,323 Luke...and Sam. Hey. 709 00:30:26,367 --> 00:30:27,977 - Hi. - Uh, Luke Watkins, D.D.A. 710 00:30:28,021 --> 00:30:29,892 Joaquin Luna, PhD. 711 00:30:29,936 --> 00:30:31,851 - Nice jingle bells. - Oh, thanks. Uh-- 712 00:30:31,894 --> 00:30:32,939 - You look great. - Emily sewed them for me. 713 00:30:32,982 --> 00:30:34,679 - Oh. - Green is your color. 714 00:30:34,723 --> 00:30:35,767 - Thank you. - That's...nice. 715 00:30:35,811 --> 00:30:38,205 Yeah. You know. [ chuckles ] 716 00:30:39,859 --> 00:30:42,774 So, um, do you wanna go get--get some food? 717 00:30:42,818 --> 00:30:44,167 - Yes. Let's do it. - Okay. 718 00:30:44,211 --> 00:30:46,561 - Yeah. Ah, um... - Yeah, of course. [ chuckles ] 719 00:30:46,604 --> 00:30:47,562 - We'll... - [ chuckles ] 720 00:30:47,605 --> 00:30:48,606 - Okay. - Go ahead. 721 00:30:48,650 --> 00:30:49,869 - Have fun. - Thank you. 722 00:30:49,912 --> 00:30:51,609 See you later. 723 00:30:51,653 --> 00:30:54,786 LUKE: Judge Benner.So nice to see you! Thank you for coming. 724 00:30:54,830 --> 00:30:56,266 - Got it? - Yeah. 725 00:30:56,310 --> 00:30:57,398 - Let's do this. - [ Rachel laughs ] 726 00:30:57,441 --> 00:30:59,966 The landlord bribed me 727 00:31:00,009 --> 00:31:03,491 with a flask of aged rye to drop the lawsuit. 728 00:31:03,534 --> 00:31:05,406 Girl, what did you tell him? 729 00:31:05,449 --> 00:31:07,147 That I'd see his ass in court. [ laughs ] 730 00:31:07,190 --> 00:31:09,801 I can't lie. He's got great taste. 731 00:31:09,845 --> 00:31:11,412 [ laughs ] So, Mark, 732 00:31:11,455 --> 00:31:15,720 do you remember when Lola whupped you 733 00:31:15,764 --> 00:31:18,245 so bad at my trial? - Whoa, whoa, no. 734 00:31:18,288 --> 00:31:20,769 - She did not whup me. - Oh, I whupped you. 735 00:31:20,812 --> 00:31:24,207 After I spent all night prepping you. 736 00:31:24,251 --> 00:31:26,340 We know there were a few distractions. 737 00:31:26,383 --> 00:31:29,647 Okay! [ clears throat ] Ms. Audubon, objection. 738 00:31:29,691 --> 00:31:32,433 Let's put the booze away.Come on. Come on.[ stammering ] 739 00:31:32,476 --> 00:31:33,956 - You--I knew-- - Bye, guys. 740 00:31:34,000 --> 00:31:35,218 - Bye. - Let me get out of the chair. 741 00:31:35,262 --> 00:31:36,741 - Bye. - RACHEL: Okay. 742 00:31:36,785 --> 00:31:39,744 It was a long time ago. 743 00:31:39,788 --> 00:31:43,183 Right. Hiding it? Kind of weird. 744 00:31:43,226 --> 00:31:44,227 It never came up. 745 00:31:44,271 --> 00:31:45,794 - [ scoffs ] - My turn. 746 00:31:45,837 --> 00:31:49,015 Why didn't you wanna put the angel on the Christmas tree? 747 00:31:49,058 --> 00:31:51,321 What, did you think I didn't notice? 748 00:31:51,365 --> 00:31:54,759 Why haven't you been celebrating Christmas all these years? 749 00:31:54,803 --> 00:31:57,849 It's...complicated. 750 00:31:59,155 --> 00:32:00,765 Okay. 751 00:32:05,379 --> 00:32:07,555 What's on your mind? 752 00:32:09,383 --> 00:32:11,776 The usual. You? 753 00:32:11,820 --> 00:32:16,781 Oh, just how crazy 2020's been... 754 00:32:16,825 --> 00:32:20,568 and how you've been the best part of it. 755 00:32:20,611 --> 00:32:22,700 Agreed. 756 00:32:22,744 --> 00:32:24,789 ♪♪♪ 757 00:32:24,833 --> 00:32:26,226 - Mm. [ kisses ] - [ chuckles ] 758 00:32:26,269 --> 00:32:28,532 I don't know what I'd do without a friend like you. 759 00:32:28,576 --> 00:32:32,014 Yeah, yeah. 760 00:32:32,058 --> 00:32:33,842 Same. 761 00:32:33,885 --> 00:32:39,152 [ Tegan and Sara's "Make You Mine This Season" playing ] 762 00:32:39,195 --> 00:32:40,588 ♪ You're the only girl♪Hey! 763 00:32:40,631 --> 00:32:42,720 Woman: That's pretty. ♪ I've got on my list 764 00:32:42,764 --> 00:32:44,287 Mm-mm. 765 00:32:44,331 --> 00:32:46,072 [ laughs ] ♪ I know it's foolish♪ 766 00:32:46,115 --> 00:32:47,421 ♪ But I chase the feeling [ laughter ] 767 00:32:47,464 --> 00:32:49,727 ♪'Cause you keep me dreamingAm I up? 768 00:32:49,771 --> 00:32:51,207 ♪ That I could make you mine♪ 769 00:32:51,251 --> 00:32:54,254 ♪ Make you mine this season♪Oh, great! 770 00:32:54,297 --> 00:32:55,472 - Great. - Uh, that was my... 771 00:32:55,516 --> 00:32:57,866 Right here, right here. 772 00:32:57,909 --> 00:32:59,563 ♪ Make you mine, make you mine this season ♪ 773 00:32:59,607 --> 00:33:00,912 Talk about a blue Christmas. 774 00:33:00,956 --> 00:33:02,871 Right, blue Christmas.[ camera shutter clicks ] 775 00:33:02,914 --> 00:33:04,873 ♪♪♪ 776 00:33:04,916 --> 00:33:05,917 ♪ Have I been good enough? 777 00:33:05,961 --> 00:33:07,658 - Ugh! - Okay, hair is on point. 778 00:33:07,702 --> 00:33:10,748 [ singsongy ] I am ready!Oh, it's time for a toast, ladies. 779 00:33:10,792 --> 00:33:12,750 You guys, wait. 780 00:33:12,794 --> 00:33:16,102 ♪ You're the only girl I've got on my list♪I will have... 781 00:33:16,145 --> 00:33:18,278 - Here we go. - Ahh! 782 00:33:18,321 --> 00:33:20,889 Sorry, babe, I just got a text from Leon's daughter, Jillian. 783 00:33:20,932 --> 00:33:22,760 "Babe"? ♪ You keep me dreaming 784 00:33:22,804 --> 00:33:25,067 Woman: Okay, both of you together. ♪ I could make you mine 785 00:33:25,111 --> 00:33:26,068 Sara. ♪ Make you mine, make you mine 786 00:33:26,112 --> 00:33:27,591 ♪ This season♪ 787 00:33:27,635 --> 00:33:29,245 - Cheers to you. - Yeah. 788 00:33:29,289 --> 00:33:30,725 Everything okay? 789 00:33:30,768 --> 00:33:33,902 - You guys are so cute! - Yeah. Everything's great. 790 00:33:33,945 --> 00:33:35,382 Right here. Right here. 791 00:33:35,425 --> 00:33:36,905 ♪ You're the only girl I've got on my list ♪ 792 00:33:36,948 --> 00:33:39,821 - Nice. - ALL: Cheers! 793 00:33:39,864 --> 00:33:41,562 ♪ I know it's foolish♪[ camera shutter clicking ] 794 00:33:41,605 --> 00:33:43,085 ♪ But I chase the feeling 795 00:33:43,129 --> 00:33:45,740 ♪ 'Cause you keep me dreaming 796 00:33:45,783 --> 00:33:47,176 - Send me that one? - Sure. No problem. 797 00:33:47,220 --> 00:33:49,178 - You wanna get out of here? - Mm-hmm. 798 00:33:49,222 --> 00:33:53,226 ♪ Make you mine this season 799 00:33:53,269 --> 00:33:54,792 BENNER: What was the first question again? 800 00:33:54,836 --> 00:33:56,229 How to define "willful, deliberate, 801 00:33:56,272 --> 00:33:58,274 and premeditated" more clearly. 802 00:33:58,318 --> 00:33:59,580 And what was the second question? 803 00:33:59,623 --> 00:34:01,495 How to determine if Mr. Parson intended to kill. 804 00:34:01,538 --> 00:34:03,192 Not great for the defendant. 805 00:34:03,236 --> 00:34:05,368 Oh, jury wants to put this guy away. 806 00:34:05,412 --> 00:34:07,718 Right? I don't know what I could do to-- 807 00:34:07,762 --> 00:34:09,677 No. Nuh-unh. Do nothing. Zilcho. 808 00:34:09,720 --> 00:34:11,374 Lisa, what do you think? 809 00:34:11,418 --> 00:34:12,854 Judges can't interfere with the juries.[ cellphone chimes ] 810 00:34:12,897 --> 00:34:14,899 It could cost you the bench. 811 00:34:14,943 --> 00:34:17,119 [ buttons clicking ]Where are you going, Carmichael? 812 00:34:17,163 --> 00:34:18,468 I just got a third jury question. 813 00:34:18,512 --> 00:34:22,994 Three in a row. Bad news! The defendant's a goner. 814 00:34:23,038 --> 00:34:26,302 ♪♪♪ 815 00:34:26,346 --> 00:34:27,912 I assembled you here 816 00:34:27,956 --> 00:34:31,655 to address a third jury question that arrived last night. 817 00:34:31,699 --> 00:34:35,137 Can the "willful, deliberate, and premeditated allegation 818 00:34:35,181 --> 00:34:38,488 be proven with circumstantial evidence?" 819 00:34:38,532 --> 00:34:40,969 I have serious concerns given these questions 820 00:34:41,012 --> 00:34:44,842 that the jury is not listening to the evidence properly. 821 00:34:44,886 --> 00:34:46,192 I need not remind you, 822 00:34:46,235 --> 00:34:48,803 should the jury deliver a guilty verdict, 823 00:34:48,846 --> 00:34:52,285 I have no judiciary discretion. 824 00:34:52,328 --> 00:34:56,550 Ms. Palmer, you offered a deal for time-served and probation. 825 00:34:56,593 --> 00:34:59,683 I strongly urge you to consider re-extending this offer. 826 00:34:59,727 --> 00:35:01,511 He already refused that plea offer. 827 00:35:01,555 --> 00:35:04,079 - Your Honor-- - Ms. Lopez, please. 828 00:35:06,777 --> 00:35:07,778 Ms. Palmer? 829 00:35:13,741 --> 00:35:15,786 I want a factual basis plea for time served, 830 00:35:15,830 --> 00:35:18,267 six years prison suspended, five years' probation, 831 00:35:18,311 --> 00:35:20,574 45 days of community labor, 832 00:35:20,617 --> 00:35:22,576 and 26 weeks of anger management. 833 00:35:22,619 --> 00:35:24,317 Your Honor--Any screw-ups or missed classes, 834 00:35:24,360 --> 00:35:26,493 missed classes, Mr. Parson goes straight to prison. 835 00:35:26,536 --> 00:35:29,104 - Well, I need an answer. - Okay. Back off, Palmer. 836 00:35:29,148 --> 00:35:31,672 Just... 837 00:35:31,715 --> 00:35:33,282 [ sighs ] 838 00:35:37,982 --> 00:35:42,900 Taking a chance with the jury may not be worth it. 839 00:35:45,338 --> 00:35:47,557 Mr. Parson? 840 00:35:47,601 --> 00:35:49,472 If I plead... 841 00:35:49,516 --> 00:35:51,692 I plead guilty and, uh... 842 00:35:51,735 --> 00:35:53,259 I'm a felon. 843 00:35:55,435 --> 00:35:58,829 I understand that this is an impossible decision, 844 00:35:58,873 --> 00:36:02,355 No one knows more than you what's at stake here. 845 00:36:05,532 --> 00:36:06,359 The verdict is in. 846 00:36:10,145 --> 00:36:13,670 Time's up. I cannot hold off the jury any longer. 847 00:36:22,723 --> 00:36:29,860 ♪♪♪ 848 00:36:29,904 --> 00:36:31,210 You just don't know when to quit. 849 00:36:31,253 --> 00:36:34,169 Omar, I can clear your name. Exoneration. 850 00:36:34,213 --> 00:36:35,692 Maybe a payout from the county, too. 851 00:36:35,736 --> 00:36:37,781 Help me lock Rashel up. 852 00:36:37,825 --> 00:36:39,653 There you go again. Always a catch. 853 00:36:39,696 --> 00:36:41,916 I don't think you understand what the benefits 854 00:36:41,959 --> 00:36:44,397 of a settlement could offer you. - Save it, man. 855 00:36:44,440 --> 00:36:47,356 No amount of cash will ever help me walk again. 856 00:36:47,400 --> 00:36:50,229 Demons don't keep me up at night like they do you. 857 00:36:50,272 --> 00:36:52,143 It's all over your face. 858 00:36:52,187 --> 00:36:54,581 Hounding me for a do-over I never asked for 859 00:36:54,624 --> 00:36:55,973 'cause you're the one who needs it. 860 00:36:56,017 --> 00:36:59,063 You're right. I trusted Rashel blindly. 861 00:36:59,107 --> 00:37:01,065 If I had thought to question law enforcement back then, 862 00:37:01,109 --> 00:37:06,070 we wouldn't be here now. It's on me to fix that. 863 00:37:06,114 --> 00:37:07,855 MAGGIE: Do you willingly change your plea, 864 00:37:07,898 --> 00:37:10,466 thereby waiving your constitutional rights? 865 00:37:10,510 --> 00:37:14,078 Yes.Did you purposely shoot Jamie Hallford with a firearm? 866 00:37:18,866 --> 00:37:23,218 Mr. Parson, did you purposely shoot... 867 00:37:23,262 --> 00:37:25,873 Mr. Parson? 868 00:37:28,745 --> 00:37:30,138 Yes. 869 00:37:30,181 --> 00:37:33,228 To the amended count two of assault with a firearm, 870 00:37:33,272 --> 00:37:34,969 how do you plead? 871 00:37:38,929 --> 00:37:41,715 - Guilty. - Ms. Lopez, do you concur? 872 00:37:44,370 --> 00:37:46,285 Yes, Your Honor. 873 00:37:46,328 --> 00:37:49,157 I accept Mr. Parson's plea. 874 00:37:49,200 --> 00:37:52,508 Mr. Parson, you are sentenced to six years in state prison. 875 00:37:52,552 --> 00:37:55,729 Execution of this prison sentence is suspended. 876 00:37:55,772 --> 00:37:57,644 You are placed on five years of probation, 877 00:37:57,687 --> 00:37:59,254 credit for time served in custody, 878 00:37:59,298 --> 00:38:01,865 26 weeks of anger management, 879 00:38:01,909 --> 00:38:05,608 and 45... [ voice breaking ] days of community service. 880 00:38:05,652 --> 00:38:09,003 You are not to own, use, or possess a firearm 881 00:38:09,046 --> 00:38:11,222 or any other dangerous or deadly weapon. 882 00:38:11,266 --> 00:38:13,355 Do you understand and accept the terms 883 00:38:13,399 --> 00:38:16,793 and conditions of your probation? 884 00:38:18,317 --> 00:38:20,884 - I do, Your Honor. - Then that will be the order. 885 00:38:20,928 --> 00:38:23,409 Bailiff, please bring in the jury, 886 00:38:23,452 --> 00:38:24,975 and I will dismiss them. 887 00:38:39,947 --> 00:38:42,558 ♪♪♪ 888 00:38:42,602 --> 00:38:46,649 This is an opportunity to go after cops 889 00:38:46,693 --> 00:38:49,043 like Deputy Rashel just like this office promised it would. 890 00:38:49,086 --> 00:38:52,525 And I intend to. Ideally, without igniting a firestorm. 891 00:38:52,568 --> 00:38:53,613 You never struck me as a man who backs away 892 00:38:53,656 --> 00:38:55,702 from a challenge. 893 00:38:55,745 --> 00:38:58,052 Consider the bigger picture, Mark. 894 00:38:58,095 --> 00:39:01,055 The D.A.'s office depends on sheriffs for investigations. 895 00:39:01,098 --> 00:39:03,100 We have to be absolutely sure. 896 00:39:03,144 --> 00:39:04,711 You get Omar to willingly testify? 897 00:39:04,754 --> 00:39:07,235 Didn't even need a subpoena. 898 00:39:07,278 --> 00:39:08,541 Okay. 899 00:39:10,543 --> 00:39:12,414 [ sighs ] 900 00:39:12,458 --> 00:39:14,982 Send over the witness statement so I can review. 901 00:39:15,025 --> 00:39:17,027 Then I'll decide. 902 00:39:17,071 --> 00:39:18,986 Thank you, D.A. Bravo. 903 00:39:26,559 --> 00:39:29,083 Didn't think you had a shot in hell of pulling that off. 904 00:39:29,126 --> 00:39:31,520 [ chuckles ] 905 00:39:32,782 --> 00:39:34,567 [ sighs ] Where's Ness? 906 00:39:34,610 --> 00:39:36,830 Cleaning up the jury room.For her first jury trial with us, 907 00:39:36,873 --> 00:39:38,832 it was a roller coaster. 908 00:39:38,875 --> 00:39:40,703 - A Lolacoaster, Your Honor. - Ha ha. 909 00:39:40,747 --> 00:39:43,227 [ chuckles ][ knock on door] 910 00:39:43,271 --> 00:39:45,578 Oh. 911 00:39:45,621 --> 00:39:48,450 - Good night, Ms. Kansky. - Good night, Your Honor. 912 00:39:48,494 --> 00:39:50,974 Mrs. Robinson. Happy holidays. 913 00:39:54,064 --> 00:39:57,241 Mom, I love how you support these families, 914 00:39:57,285 --> 00:40:00,070 but Mr. Parson walked free today. 915 00:40:00,114 --> 00:40:02,638 A felon now, but free. 916 00:40:02,682 --> 00:40:06,468 Leon is gonna have the best Christmas 917 00:40:06,512 --> 00:40:10,603 he could hope for because of you. 918 00:40:10,646 --> 00:40:12,779 ♪♪♪ 919 00:40:12,822 --> 00:40:17,131 You know, with our family growing... 920 00:40:17,174 --> 00:40:18,872 and COVID, 921 00:40:18,915 --> 00:40:20,656 things are gonna be a lot different. 922 00:40:20,700 --> 00:40:23,572 But you're right. 923 00:40:23,616 --> 00:40:25,052 We should spend more time together. 924 00:40:25,095 --> 00:40:27,489 I knew you'd come around. 925 00:40:27,533 --> 00:40:31,362 But not before we established some boundaries first. 926 00:40:31,406 --> 00:40:34,278 - Fair? - Fair. 927 00:40:34,322 --> 00:40:35,671 ♪♪♪ 928 00:40:35,715 --> 00:40:39,980 Good night, Lola. Good night, Bean. 929 00:40:40,023 --> 00:40:41,721 [ laughs ] 930 00:40:41,764 --> 00:40:43,853 ♪ You said you'd love to show me off♪ 931 00:40:43,897 --> 00:40:46,247 ♪ And I stole your breath and I kept it all night long♪ 932 00:40:46,290 --> 00:40:49,206 [ sighs ] Oh. 933 00:40:49,250 --> 00:40:53,472 ♪ So take me home for Christmas♪ 934 00:40:53,515 --> 00:40:54,647 Hmm. 935 00:40:54,690 --> 00:40:59,129 ♪ I'll be there for you♪ 936 00:40:59,173 --> 00:41:03,656 ♪ Let me be your family♪[ ringing ] 937 00:41:03,699 --> 00:41:07,181 [ clatter ]♪ For eternity♪ 938 00:41:07,224 --> 00:41:09,444 - I--I'm sorry. - What happened to-- 939 00:41:09,488 --> 00:41:12,839 I, uh...I'm chucking it. [ sighs ] 940 00:41:12,882 --> 00:41:14,188 Why? 941 00:41:14,231 --> 00:41:16,146 ♪♪♪ 942 00:41:16,190 --> 00:41:18,061 I'm still not quite ready to talk about it, 943 00:41:18,105 --> 00:41:20,629 but let's just say the Quinn family Christmas tradition 944 00:41:20,673 --> 00:41:22,762 was that we all pretended 945 00:41:22,805 --> 00:41:25,939 to be one, big happy family when, 946 00:41:25,982 --> 00:41:27,854 really, we were anything but. 947 00:41:27,897 --> 00:41:30,857 And this angel just reminds me of that. 948 00:41:30,900 --> 00:41:34,425 ♪♪♪ 949 00:41:34,469 --> 00:41:37,951 Starting tonight, let's make some new traditions. 950 00:41:37,994 --> 00:41:40,780 ♪ Take me in to meet your family♪ 951 00:41:40,823 --> 00:41:42,956 But first, you got to help me get the tree up 952 00:41:42,999 --> 00:41:45,567 because, like, for real, man? 953 00:41:45,611 --> 00:41:48,352 This was, like, the all-star tree. 954 00:41:48,396 --> 00:41:49,484 Sorry. 955 00:41:49,528 --> 00:41:52,052 ♪♪♪ 956 00:41:52,095 --> 00:41:55,534 I lied to Bravo today about Omar, 957 00:41:55,577 --> 00:41:57,057 get the charges approved. 958 00:41:57,100 --> 00:42:00,582 - Truth is Omar ate me alive. - What's your next move? 959 00:42:00,626 --> 00:42:02,410 I'm not sure. 960 00:42:02,453 --> 00:42:07,633 [ cellphone ringing ] 961 00:42:07,676 --> 00:42:09,243 Omar. 962 00:42:09,286 --> 00:42:12,551 I never thought I'd hear a D.A. admit to being wrong. 963 00:42:12,594 --> 00:42:14,770 Yeah? 964 00:42:14,814 --> 00:42:16,250 I'm in. 965 00:42:16,293 --> 00:42:22,125 ♪♪♪ 966 00:42:22,169 --> 00:42:23,344 He's in. 967 00:42:24,563 --> 00:42:27,174 ♪ Take me home, take me home♪ 968 00:42:27,217 --> 00:42:29,045 New traditions. 969 00:42:29,089 --> 00:42:30,525 - Follow me. - Oh, yeah? 970 00:42:30,569 --> 00:42:31,657 Come on. 971 00:42:31,700 --> 00:42:33,136 - [ singsongy ] Come on. - [ laughs ] 972 00:42:33,180 --> 00:42:34,616 - Okay. - [ laughs ] 973 00:42:34,660 --> 00:42:39,360 ♪ Take me home, take me home♪ 974 00:42:39,403 --> 00:42:43,364 ♪ Don't let me be alone♪ 975 00:42:43,407 --> 00:42:46,672 ♪ For... ♪ 976 00:42:46,715 --> 00:42:49,631 ♪ For Christmas♪ 977 00:42:49,675 --> 00:42:57,378 ♪♪♪ 978 00:42:57,421 --> 00:43:01,121 ♪ Take me home for Christmas♪ 979 00:43:01,164 --> 00:43:06,561 ♪ Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh♪ 980 00:43:06,605 --> 00:43:10,304 ♪ For Christmas♪