Law & Order season 19 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Nancy Hartwig is found dead in a community garden, leading Detectives Lupo and Bernard to investigate. They discover her eco-friendly lifestyle and a possible affair, focusing on her college friend Chris Mason as a suspect. Mason, linked to Nancy through a murder and a cocaine deal, faces trial. However, the trial's fairness is questioned due to the judge's failing memory and reliance on his law clerk. Despite Mason's conviction, ethical concerns linger, resulting in the judge's retirement and his clerk's investigation.
Full Episode S19E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who found Nancy Hartwig's body?
A woman who also has a garden at the community garden where Nancy was found.
What evidence was found at the crime scene?
A shovel with blood on the blade and Nancy's body with blunt force trauma to the head.
Where did the detectives interview Joe Hartwig?
At the Hartwig home, which is eco-friendly and devoid of modern conveniences like electricity.
What lifestyle did Joe and Nancy Hartwig live?
They lived an eco-friendly lifestyle, trying to leave no carbon footprint.
What unusual habit did Nancy have because of her lifestyle?
She would go to a bar to use the toilet paper, breaking her eco-lifestyle rule.
Was Nancy Hartwig having an affair?
It's suggested she might have been having an affair, as she was seen with a man at a bar.
Who is Chris Mason in relation to Nancy Hartwig?
Chris Mason was a college friend of Nancy, and he became a suspect in her murder.
What link is there between Chris Mason and Nancy's murder?
Chris Mason was seen with Nancy, and her car, lent to him, was involved in a cocaine deal.
Why is the judge's competence in question during the trial?
The judge shows signs of memory loss and possibly relies on his clerk for decisions.
What ethical dilemma does Cutter face during the trial?
Cutter suspects the judge's law clerk is improperly influencing the judge's decisions.
What is the outcome of the trial?
Chris Mason is found guilty, but there are concerns about the fairness of the trial due to the judge's issues.
What happens to Judge Reynolds after the trial?
Judge Reynolds steps down due to health issues, and his clerk is investigated for improper conduct.
Why does Cutter believe the judge should step down?
Cutter believes Judge Reynolds' failing memory and reliance on his clerk compromise the fairness of the trial.
How does the trial's fairness come into question?
The judge's rulings are suspected to be influenced by his clerk, and there are doubts about his mental fitness.
What is the implication of Judge Reynolds' retirement for the case?
Judge Reynolds' retirement suggests that the trial may have been compromised, leading to a potential retrial.
