Judge John Deed (2001)

Episode Overview

Deed finds himself presiding over a case involving three drug dealers charged with a brutal gang murder, facing intense pressure from government officials to conduct the trial without a jury. When a key witness is murdered, the jury begins to dwindle. If the trial is called off, the witness's testimony will be lost, leaving Deed conflicted about setting a troubling precedent. Meanwhile, Jo's bid to adopt Michael is rejected by the Adoption Panel, who believe her demanding legal career makes her unfit to care for a child. Deed urges Jo to appeal the decision in the High Court.