The investigation into the carjacking of a vehicle containing vials of a deadly virus leads the detectives on a search for the first person infected with the virus and a biochemist whose sinister motivations were driven by passion.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 95 votes.

A teenager's need for parental love, acceptance and recognition sets in motion the events leading to the deaths of 23 concert goers for a band's illegal pyrotechnics.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 87 votes.

The investigation into a bar room brawl fatality reveals a detective's decades-old vendetta against a petty criminal turned murderer who was falsely accused of one murder after evading conviction on another.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 77 votes.

A city employee's clerical error sets in motion a chain of events which culminates in a fatal shooting at City Hall and a secret Federal court proceeding with sinister implications.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 86 votes.

The investigation into the murder of a former bookie turned mob informant reveals a disturbing new wrinkle in organized crime involving legitimate businessmen moonlighting as contract hitmen in a battle for mob leadership, and ends with a Federal ploy to nullify the plea bargain in the case, leaving McCoy seething and two more people dead.

The episode was rated 7.49 from 89 votes.

A decorated Gulf War veteran grief-stricken over the Afghanistan combat death of his son murders an anti-war protester, claiming at trial that he acted under extreme emotional distress.

The episode was rated 7.50 from 66 votes.

While investigating the death of a teenaged girl, the detectives stumble on a pattern of crimes that indicate they are after a serial killer. The suspect, however, puts the prosecutors through an ethical ringer when he discloses his attorney's knowledge of the victims and their whereabouts.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 115 votes.

Greed, treachery and disrespect shape the motives for murder when two men are gunned down at an exclusive restaurant.

The episode was rated 7.54 from 72 votes.

The District Attorney's Office is set on its ear when the investigation into the death of an A.D.A. uncovers a scandal that could imperil hundreds of cases.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 81 votes.

McCoy faces an uphill battle in proving that witnesses to the murder of a drug mule were bribed, intimidated, and eventually murdered on the orders of the drug dealer accused of the crime.

The episode was rated 7.56 from 80 votes.

When a Holocaust survivor is murdered on the eve of her testimony in the deportation trial of a former concentration camp guard, McCoy prosecutes the man and the Neo-Nazi sympathizer who's running a fundraising web site for him, and must debunk a Holocaust denial defense which claims that the millions of deaths resulted from disease, pestilence and wartime conditions.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 76 votes.

The apparent hit-and-run of a homeless man send the detectives on a search for the driver, a high profile female publicist, which fuels the fire for the prosecutors to obtain a murder conviction. Forensic evidence given during the trial reveal that the victim was severely beaten before being hit by the car which leads to a suspect within the homeless community.

The episode was rated 7.64 from 90 votes.

When a man is found murdered shortly after depositing almost $400,000 in his savings account, the investigation into the source of funds reveals that the victim ran an identity theft scam which left an elderly man homeless and impoverished.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 99 votes.

Van Buren has reservations about Branch's tactics in luring a Ginza nightclub owner back to New York after the Japanese government is unwilling to extradite him to face charges of conspiracy and murder in the death of his wife on a New York City vacation.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 70 votes.

In this episode of Law & Order titled "C.O.D.", we bid farewell to the beloved character Lenny Briscoe as he leaves the 27th precinct. The episode centers around the successful conclusion of a gripping case involving two women who are accused of killing each other's husbands. As we say goodbye to Lenny, fans reminisce about his witty one-liners that have made him a staple of the show for over a decade. It's always tough to see a familiar face go, but change is inevitable in this ever-evolving series.

While Lenny's departure leaves a void, there have been other notable characters who have made their mark on the show. Fans have grown fond of the recurring police woman at the precinct, who has had a few memorable moments in previous seasons. There was also a tantalizing hint of a romantic relationship between her and Greene, which unfortunately fizzled out. Some viewers hope to see her become a full-fledged detective and join the main cast. Additionally, the reliable medical examiner and tech personnel continue to add intrigue and depth to the series.

Reflecting on Lenny's departure, it's awe-inspiring to think about the loyal viewers who have watched him for a staggering 11 years. For those who have only recently joined the Law & Order fandom, it's bittersweet to bid farewell to such a beloved character. Lenny's willingness to bend the rules in the pursuit of justice and his quick-witted sense of humor made him a fan favorite. Let's not forget the emotional moments he endured, like the heartbreaking episode where his daughter passed away. Fans crave more episodes that delve into the personal lives of the main cast, like the lieutenant's brave act of self-defense from a few seasons ago. As we move forward, uncertainty looms, but we can find solace in the fact that Greene will be staying on the show, a character many viewers have come to appreciate.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 89 votes.