Ep 15. Minor Offenses

In this episode of The Fosters, titled "Minor Offenses," tension runs high as Adams Foster family members deal with a range of issues. The episode opens with Callie navigating the consequences of her actions with the aid of her friend Aaron, who encourages her to seek help from a lawyer in the hopes of getting her case removed from the juvenile system. Meanwhile, repeated transgressions by Mariana are causing friction in the Anchor Beach community and escalating her disputes with the provost. Stef attempts to mediate between the girls and the provost, but things quickly get blown out of proportion when the dean introduces harsher punishment measures.

Elsewhere, Mike tries to support his son AJ in the aftermath of his brother's death, but AJ doesn't want to talk with him. The death of his brother has made AJ feel helpless and alone, but as the episode progresses, Mike eventually wins AJ's trust and they start working through their grief together.

Jude, on the other hand, is navigating budding romantic feelings which are both confusing him and making him feel isolated from his family. He turns to his friend Taylor for help and confides in her, which only complicates things further.

The overarching theme of this episode is the Foster family coming together to support one another in the face of the adversities and personal challenges they are each dealing with. It is a touching episode that showcases the strengths of the bonds between the characters, and how even in the face of their own trials and tribulations, they are always there to lend a helping hand to one another.