Erin's trial against a notorious human trafficker is jeopardized when the presiding judge is mysteriously found dead. Danny and Baez are put on the case to investigate foul play. Meanwhile, Mayor Dutton opposes Frank's public safety initiative, but City Council Speaker Regina Thomas devises a plan to help Frank bypass the mayor's veto.

Danny and Baez investigate the murder of a single mother whose ex-husband has a history of violence. Also, Frank deals with the fallout when Mayor Dutton eliminates solitary confinement in prisons, and Jamie's efforts to save a young woman who overdosed on drugs has unexpected consequences.