Ep 11. Name Your Price

Ponch and Jon respond to a hit and run accident in the opening scene of CHiPs season 1 episode 11 titled "Name Your Price." As the episode progresses, it is revealed that the hit and run was not an accident. Two brothers, Doug and Eddie, were chasing a man who hit and killed their father while driving under the influence.

Meanwhile, Ponch and Jon are trying to figure out how to handle the speeding problem on the highways. They decide to hold a "Name Your Price" sweepstakes where they ask drivers how much they are willing to donate to a charity for a chance at avoiding a speeding ticket. This leads to some interesting encounters with drivers, including a pregnant woman who is going into labor and a teen who thinks he's invincible.

The real drama of the episode comes from the brothers' quest for justice. Doug and Eddie are struggling to cope with the loss of their father and want the driver who killed him to pay for what he's done. However, they quickly realize that the legal system cannot provide them with the justice they seek. So they take matters into their own hands by constructing a plan to trap the driver and force him to confess.

Throughout the episode, CHiPs does a great job of balancing the lighthearted moments of the Name Your Price sweepstakes with the darker plot involving Doug and Eddie. There are several funny moments, like when Jon tries to teach Ponch how to do a headstand, and the interaction with the teen driver who thinks he's cool because he has a fake car phone. Despite the comedic moments, the episode never loses focus on the serious nature of the hit and run accident.

Overall, "Name Your Price" is an engaging and thrilling episode of CHiPs that highlights the complex nature of justice. The episode's ability to balance humor and drama while tackling serious social issues is a testament to the show's writing and acting. Fans of the series will no doubt appreciate this episode's ability to entertain while still managing to carry an important message.