Never Plead Guilty

In Never Plead Guilty, a high-powered attorney is brutally murdered, and the prime suspect, Freddie Alvarez—a homeless heroin addict found at the scene—proclaims his innocence. As public defenders Mike Daley and Rosie Fernandez take on the challenging case, they navigate the stark divide between San Francisco’s affluent elite and its marginalized communities. Joined by Deputy PD Nady Nikonova and Mike's private investigator brother, Pete, they embark on a frantic investigation that reveals hidden motives and secrets, all while the clock ticks down to a high-stakes trial. With relentless twists and courtroom drama, this legal thriller emphasizes the dangerous pursuit of truth in a flawed justice system.