The case takes a sharp turn in the "Order" half when Executive Assistant District Attorney attempts to secure a plea bargain with Stillman to testify against Righetti. However, the FBI intervenes, forcing McCoy to rescind the deal because they want to keep Righetti on the street to build a larger case against the entire Masucci organization. Key Themes and Outcomes
The episode concludes on a bitter note for the DA's office. McCoy is left "seething" after the federal maneuver leaves two more people dead and the primary target temporarily free.
The episode highlights internal mob struggles, as Righetti’s nephew, Peter, eventually helps the detectives find the murder weapon to send his uncle back to jail.
In Season 14, Episode 12, titled " Payback " (aired January 14, 2004), the narrative explores the intersections of organized crime and seemingly legitimate business. Plot Summary