The thrilling story of Augustine "Sonny" Kalup, an Assistant US Attorney in Tampa, Florida whose troubles cause him to become the focus of a high profile criminal trial. A number of his fellow AUSAs come to his aid only to be told by the government that such a move is forbidden. The real battle behind these charges stems from a power struggle between the FBI and DEA over control of major drug investigations. As the case goes to trial, Sonny and his attorney discover governmental corruption, Drug Cartel interference, and personal betrayal, all of which conspire to ruin Sonny's life and reputation.