Physical Evidence

An ex-police officer who wakes with a split memory and blood on his shirt after a night of drinking. He is quickly arrested when the murder weapon tests show his blood, and he must race to clear his name. Driven by a stubborn need to uncover the truth, he suspects Norton’s involvement and confronts a web of blackmail and deceit.

A determined public defender assigned to Joe’s case, she digs into the alibi and questions dangerous players who control the truth. She faces moral and professional risk as she pursues evidence, negotiates with Sklar, and navigates the volatile web of crime and politics. In the climax she confronts Norton and ultimately shoots him.

A disliked extortionist who tapes conversations to blackmail people, including Joe. His underhanded tactics and the leverage he provides drive much of the case and heighten the danger surrounding the trial. He becomes a central figure whose murder and blackmail network complicates the pursuit of truth.

Jake Farley’s son, who believes Joe killed his father. He is drawn into the case through his father's reputation and the bar where tensions spill over, capturing the fear and anger of those who lose trust in the system. His presence underscores the human cost of the feud between Joe and the Farleys.

A calculating crime boss who hires Sklar and manipulates police and witnesses to protect his empire. He blames Joe for his own downfall and orchestrates violence, including ordering the murder of Sklar and gunfire directed at Joe. He is ultimately exposed and killed by Jenny.

A convict who offers to provide evidence that could clear Joe, but only in exchange for a deal to reduce his sentence. He reveals that Norton hired him to kill Farley and Celeste, but Norton has Sklar killed in prison and attempts to trap Joe in a final confrontation.