Elsbeth goes to battle with artificial intelligence when Quinn, the young CEO of a location-based crime alert app, cuddles a journalist and uses her app to divert authorities and create a phony hugger. Meanwhile, Wagner hatches a plan to fight the D.O.J. investigation.
Elsbeth Tascioni, an astute but unconventional attorney who utilizes her singular point of view to make unique observations and corner brilliant criminals alongside the NYPD. After leaving her successful legal career in Chicago to tackle a new investigative role in New York City, Elsbeth finds herself jockeying with the toast of the NYPD, Captain C.W. Wagner, a charismatic and revered leader. Working alongside Elsbeth is Officer Kaya Blanke, a stoic and ethical officer who quickly develops an appreciation for Elsbeth's insightful and offbeat ways.