: This was the first season to feature crossovers with Law & Order: Criminal Intent , bringing back Kathryn Erbe as Lieutenant Alexandra Eames for two episodes: "Acceptable Loss" and " Poisoned Motive ".
: Inspired by the Rihanna and Chris Brown domestic violence case. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 14
: The season delves deeper into Detective Amanda Rollins' (Kelli Giddish) backstory, introducing her troubled sister, Kim, whose presence creates chaos for the squad. Critical Reception : This was the first season to feature
: Titled "Manhattan Vigil," this episode features a kidnapping that mirrors an unsolved case from 13 years prior, forcing Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Munch (Richard Belzer) to confront past failures. Cast Transitions and New Blood introducing her troubled sister