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Law & Order · S23 · E2

Human Innovation

  • TV-14
  • Jan 25, 2024
  • 43 min
  • 8.0

When a prominent tech CEO is killed, Shaw and Riley untangle multiple leads to reveal a plot for retribution. Price and Maroun debate whether an overdue piece of evidence should be submitted to the jury.

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About this episode

When a prominent tech CEO is killed, Shaw and Riley untangle multiple leads to reveal a plot for retribution. Price and Maroun debate whether an overdue piece of evidence should be submitted to the jury.

Season 23

13 episodes
  1. 1Freedom of Expression

    43 minJan 18, 20247.8

    In the wake of a murder on campus, the line between free speech and hate speech at a university is examined.

  2. 2Human Innovation

    43 minJan 25, 20248.0Now viewing

    When a prominent tech CEO is killed, Shaw and Riley untangle multiple leads to reveal a plot for retribution. Price and Maroun debate whether an overdue piece of evidence should be submitted to the jury.

  3. 3Turn the Page

    43 minFeb 1, 20248.8

    When a young woman is strangled, Yee connects the MO to a potential serial offender, leading Riley to revisit a case that went cold on his watch. Price makes a risky move to bait one of their own on the stand.

  4. 4Unintended Consequences

    43 minFeb 8, 2024

    Shaw and Riley investigate a real estate agent's murder. After they speak with prominent clients, an unexpected witness appears. Price and Maroun struggle to convince a jury of motive and face a difficult decision about their only witness.

  5. 5Last Dance

    43 minFeb 22, 20249.2

    When a woman is found murdered in Central Park, evidence points to two frequent park-goers: a street vendor and a tech billionaire. In the face of extreme political pressure, McCoy takes drastic action to make the case.

  6. 6On the Ledge

    43 minFeb 29, 20248.3

    When NYPD responds to the scene of an active shooter in a nearby hospital, Shaw is shocked at his connection to the suspect. Maroun and Price face a difficult trial when the defendant offers up an insanity plea.

  7. 7Balance of Power

    43 minMar 14, 20248.3

    When a successful investor is murdered, Shaw and Riley dig into his life to identify his killer. DA Baxter puts pressure on Price and Maroun to make sure his first case in office is a success.

  8. 8Facade

    43 minMar 21, 2024

    Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a comedian after a subway altercation. When a suspect is arrested, Baxter insists they increase the charges despite Price's apprehension. At trial, a new witness comes forward to throw the case into question.

  9. 9Family Ties

    43 minApr 11, 2024

    When a congressman's aide is found dead after testifying in a corruption case, Shaw and Riley discover the suspect may be someone close to home. As Price solidifies his case against the defendant, Baxter proposes they go after an accomplice as well.

  10. 10Inconvenient Truth

    42 minApr 18, 2024

    Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a prominent chef when he's stabbed in his own restaurant. Price has hesitations about prosecuting the defendant after new evidence comes to light.

  11. 11Castle in the Sky

    43 minMay 2, 2024

    When a real estate developer is found dead in one of his buildings, Shaw and Riley sift through a long list of suspects. Dixon is concerned for the welfare of the defendant's young daughter.

  12. 12No Good Deed

    43 minMay 9, 2024

    Shaw and Riley investigate the death of a therapist with a long list of troubled clients. Baxter takes over Price's chair when a disturbing connection to the defendant is discovered.

  13. 13In Harm's Way

    43 minMay 16, 2024

    When a sports star is killed, Shaw and Riley suspect the shooter missed their intended target. Baxter's daughter comes forward as a witness, but her testimony could impact his campaign.

Guest stars

Sam WaterstonJack McCoy
Erinn RuthRebecca Greenough
Connie ShiViolet Yee
Lana YoungJudge Mebane
Greg WagnerJudge Marvin Nichols
Joey MintzEvan Marks
Gopal DivanJames Sawyer
Jacob A. WareBen Stafford
Patrick Voss DavisBlake Hughes
Lisa Helmi JohansonLacy Stevens
Nicholas Michael McGovernCraig Walsh
Grayson BerryScott Alvarez
Brynne McManimieBrooke Weston
Cory CensopranoKevin Wu
Jessica FontaineAirport Representative
Christopher SkyUni One
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