| Series: | The Next Generation |
| Season: | 2 |
| Episode: | 9 |
| Date Aired: | 1989-02-13 |
| Director: | Robert Scheerer |
| Description: | When Data resigns his commission rather than be dismantled for examination by an inadequately skilled scientist, a formal hearing is convened to determine whether Data is considered property without rights or is a sentient being. |