Clyde Fitch's play was first filmed by Famous Players' in 1916 as The Woman in the Case, directed by Hugh Ford and starring Pauline Frederick.

Famous Players–Lasky's 1922 production, The Law and the Woman, directed by Penrhyn Stanlaws and starring Betty Compson, was also based on Fitch's play.

In court, David's defense is greatly weakened by Claire's acting ability, and she successfully seduces the all-male jury.

In order to gather evidence, Margaret goes undercover as blonde gold digger Ruby Kennedy and takes a room adjacent to Claire's.

The next day, Fritz is found dead, and Margaret now knows the missing bullet from David's gun is lodged in Evans.