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Law & Order - S02E09 - Renunciation
 

Law & Order season 2 episode 9

Renunciation

 
A hit-and-run investigation leads to the discovery of a schoolteacher carrying on an affair with one of her students. Cerreta and Logan suspect that she may have manipulated him into killing her husband.
 
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Law & Order / S02E09 : Renunciation
Season 2, Episode 9 | Aired on November 19, 1991 | TV-14 | 45 min. | NBC
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Law & Order season 2 episode 9 Recap and FAQ

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Episode Summary

Lawrence Kealey, a man with gambling debts, is killed in a hit-and-run. Detectives investigate and discover his wife, Jenna Kealey, bought their apartment immediately after his death and had a significant life insurance policy on him. Suspicion falls on Jenna and her student, Roy Pack Jr., with whom she had an affair. Evidence points to Roy driving his mother's car in the hit-and-run. In court, a complex plot unfolds, revealing Jenna's manipulation of Roy and her initial plan to

Full Episode S02E09 Recap

### Scene 1: Opening Monologue and Crime Discovery - Narrator introduces the criminal justice system, highlighting the roles of police and district attorneys. - A man trains his dog OJ, discussing football bets with another person. - Lawrence Kealey is hit by a car while walking his dog. - Detectives arrive at the scene, interviewing witnesses who describe the car. ### Scene 2: Informing the Family and Initial Investigation - Detectives inform Mrs. Kealey of her husband's death. - They visit the Kealey's apartment, learning about Lawrence's routine and financial struggles. - A visit to the sports bar where Lawrence worked reveals his gambling habits and a potential bookie, Harry Fine. ### Scene 3: Bookie Interrogation and Further Clues - Harry Fine discusses Lawrence's debts and suspects a loan shark may be involved. - Detectives explore the possibility of a drug deal or gambling debt leading to the hit-and-run. ### Scene 4: Mrs. Kealey's Revelations - Mrs. Kealey reveals Lawrence's gambling problems and their financial struggles. - She mentions past violence and threats related to his debts. ### Scene 5: Investigation at the Kealey Apartment - Neighbors describe the Kealeys' domestic issues. - A building manager confirms Jenna Kealey bought the apartment right after her husband's death, raising suspicions. ### Scene 6: Discovering the Insurance Policy - Lawrence's life insurance policy is revealed, including a double indemnity clause for accidental death. ### Scene 7: Exploring the Kealeys' Personal Life - Lawrence's failed football career and its impact on his life are discussed. - Jenna's job and lifestyle raise further suspicions. ### Scene 8: Roy Pack Jr. and the Affair - A student, Roy Pack Jr., is implicated in a potential affair with Jenna. - Roy's alibi and his mother's car, matching the hit-and-run vehicle, are investigated. ### Scene 9: Confrontation and Arrest - Roy Pack Jr. is arrested for Lawrence's murder based on evidence and witness testimony. ### Scene 10: Court Proceedings and Plot Twists - The case unfolds in court, revealing complexities in Jenna and Roy's relationship. - Jenna's involvement and manipulation of Roy are exposed. - David Kaufer, a fake hitman, corroborates Jenna's initial plan to kill Lawrence. - The trial reveals the layers of deceit, leading to Jenna's arrest and Roy's reduced charge. ### Scene 11: Final Reflections - The episode concludes with reflections on education and its limits in teaching moral values. (theme music plays)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the victim in the hit-and-run case?

Lawrence Kealey.

What were Lawrence Kealey's financial struggles?

He had significant gambling debts and financial issues.

Who is Jenna Kealey?

Lawrence Kealey's wife.

What significant action did Jenna Kealey take after her husband's death?

She bought their apartment.

Was there a life insurance policy for Lawrence Kealey?

Yes, with a double indemnity clause for accidental death.

Who is Roy Pack Jr.?

A student suspected of having an affair with Jenna Kealey.

What vehicle was involved in the hit-and-run?

A black or dark blue Mercedes.

How is Harry Fine related to the case?

He is a bookie to whom Lawrence owed money.

Did Jenna Kealey have a job?

Yes, she worked at a prep school.

What was Lawrence Kealey's failed career?

He was a former football player who didn't make it professionally.

What was Roy Pack Jr.'s alibi on the night of the murder?

He was supposedly at the opera with his father.

What role did David Kaufer play in the plot?

He was hired to pretend to be a hitman as part of Jenna's plan.

What was the final outcome for Jenna Kealey?

She was arrested for the murder of Lawrence Kealey.

What was the final legal outcome for Roy Pack Jr.?

He received a reduced charge and was sentenced as a youthful offender.

What theme concludes the episode?

Reflections on the limits of education in teaching moral values.

 
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