Ep 4. The Shame Game

In Proven Innocent season 1 episode 4, titled "The Shame Game," the team at the Injustice Defense Group takes on the case of an innocent man on death row, Cedric Wright (played by guest star Bresha Webb), who was wrongfully convicted of murdering a police officer. The team races against time to uncover new evidence to exonerate Cedric before his execution date.

Meanwhile, Madeline Scott (played by Rachelle Lefevre), the lead attorney of the Injustice Defense Group, is also dealing with personal demons as she continues to grapple with the aftermath of her wrongful conviction and time spent in prison. Her husband, who was part of the prosecution team that put her away, is now running for governor in a campaign that has taken a vicious turn due to Madeline’s association with the Injustice Defense Group. Madeline is faced with a difficult choice as she must decide between hiding in the shadows or speaking out to defend the work of her team.

In addition, Madeline’s brother, Levi Scott (played by Riley Smith), reappears in her life after being absent for years and offers to help with Cedric’s case. While Levi has a checkered past and their relationship is fraught with tension, Madeline accepts his help knowing that they both share a passion for seeking justice.

As the team digs deeper into Cedric’s case, they uncover a web of corruption and lies in the police department and the DA’s office. They discover that a key witness in Cedric’s trial was coerced into giving false testimony and that evidence was tampered with in order to secure a conviction. However, with Cedric’s execution date looming, they must move quickly to obtain a stay of execution and convince a judge of Cedric’s innocence.

The Shame Game is a high-stakes episode full of tension, drama, and emotional moments. It showcases the Injustice Defense Group’s tenacity and determination to uncover the truth and expose corruption, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. It also explores the personal struggles of Madeline and her team as they fight for justice and redemption while facing their own demons. Overall, The Shame Game is a gripping and compelling episode that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, rooting for the Injustice Defense Group to succeed in their noble quest for justice.