Blake Robbins, a high school sophomore, is accused by his school of dealing drugs based on a photo taken from his bedroom via his school-issued laptop's camera, which leads to a major scandal and a lawsuit against the school district.

The school provided laptops with security software intended to track the devices if lost or stolen, which includes the ability to remotely activate the built-in camera to take photos or videos to trace thieves.

The series addresses issues such as invasion of privacy, racial disparities in surveillance—particularly the disproportionate targeting of Black students—and the cultural and social dynamics within an affluent, majority-white community.

Most characters, including Blake, his parents, the lawyer, and the community, are portrayed with flaws; Blake comes across as obnoxious, the parents seek publicity and financial gain, the lawyer benefits from controversy, and the community's support fluctuates.

The incident highlights the dangers of mass surveillance, especially in schools, raising questions about children's privacy rights and how quickly society has accepted pervasive monitoring technologies, reflecting broader concerns about government and institutional overreach.