Teenager Sam Conway (guest star Bryce Romero) shows evidence of rape but refuses to name his attacker. Meanwhile, Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Rollins (Kelli Giddish) confess to some major life changes.
In the conclusion to the season premiere, ADA Stone (Philip Winchester) blames himself for the shocking verdict in Sam's case, and before Benson (Mariska Hargitay) can offer help, Sam (guest star Bryce Romero) makes a tragic decision.