It should be no surprise that he chooses the latter course of action. Seagal is very successful in keeping his character's personality a secret. Naturally somnambulistic, he underplays his dialogue to the point that one gets the impression that he would prefer not having any. The rest of the cast all perform serviceable jobs, even if somewhat stereotypical. The true star of the picture however belongs to the impressive stunts and special effects which are generously spread throughout the film.
Cars smash, flip, skid and burn with little provocation.
Both the adrenaline and testosterone flow freely. It's just the semblance of any brain wave activity which appears to have come to a screeching halt. Boyd's dilemma, after recognizing that corruption runs rampant in the department, lies in knowing whom he can trust. Neither the good guys nor the bad are what they appear to be. It is a dilemma which we encounter every day in our spiritual walk.