Shakedown

A public defender named Roland Dalton teams up with an undercover cop, Richie Marks, to tackle corruption and brutality within the NYPD. Dalton is assigned the case of a young drug dealer accused of killing a rogue undercover officer. As he delves into the case, he discovers that the situation is far more complex, involving a systemic cover-up. Determined to uncover the truth and secure justice for his client, Dalton calls upon Marks' familiarity with the streets and insider knowledge of the police force. Together, they navigate a dangerous world of deceit and betrayal.

Their investigation leads them through the gritty underbelly of New York City, forcing them to confront both criminal elements and corrupt officials willing to go to great lengths to maintain their power. The deeper Dalton and Marks probe, the more perilous their plight becomes. With time running out, they must gather sufficient evidence to expose the deep-seated corruption before it consumes them. Their efforts culminate in a high-stakes showdown that tests their resolve and commitment to justice.