Talk:Law & Order

Latest comment: 6 months ago by ZimZalaBim in topic "Ripped from the headlines"


Plot section edit

The series was characterized by the investigation of a crime, initially by two police detectives diligent, starting with the removal of the body. Began following leads for traces found, instead, physiology, forensic report, phone call lists, statements of witnesses or persons connected with the victim, modus operandi, recent activities and interests of the individual. In the second half and before the presentation of the accused against the Justice of the elements that made the catch, the Office develops criminal investigation based on evidence given by police, these tests usually are refuted by the defense to dismiss those who Judge based on privacy violation of the accused, which is a worrying situation which endangers the society (called "The Village") for the liberation of individuals from these 'technicalities'. In fact, in Colombia in September 2010, a judge released security over a dozen defendants in selling weapons to the military authorities of the guerrillas terrorists, since they had been captured during the early morning hours while sleeping . It is possible that this condition has made the series losing viewers' interest. In many cases it was found that the prosecution was misguided, then finding that the defendant was innocent and catching the real killer among some of the witnesses.

— Edit by User:Toto gol

I'm removing this because it's confused and contains information irrelevant to the topic. It starts off with what could be a plot synopsis of any episode but becomes specific enough that it must be talking about a specific episode. It then takes a detour with some commentary on Colombia only to return to the topic. At the very least this needs the commentary stripped and citations for what is otherwise original research. -- BlindWanderer (talk) 23:22, 22 October 2010 (UTC)Reply

Not to assume bad faith, but I don't think this is an attempt to be constructive, but to smear prosecutors in general. It has absolutely no value.oknazevad (talk) 10:43, 23 October 2010 (UTC)Reply

The 27 was not the first or only precinct L&O took place in edit

Hi. This message concerns one of the few major continuity errors I've noticed in the original L&O, which is probably why the error was made. The show began in either the 31st or 36st precinct, and may have moved to another precinct, before the 27 (I would have to watch a marathon of the early seasons to verify there was a second precinct before the move to the 27th). I do know that Capt. Cragen refers to working at both the 'three-one' and 'two-seven'  on numerous occasions, but I'm not positive I've seen outside shots where the precinct number 31 is ever shown. Between the precinct changes in early episodes, Captain Cragen's office doesn't change, thus the continuity errors, and the squad changes are never explained (likely because of how early in the series it was). I don't own the early seasons, but I would be willing to try and follow the precinct jumps if no one else can. Thanks! 173.62.8.152 (talk) 00:45, 12 April 2011 (UTC)Reply

I'm watching the early episodes now, and it definitely starts in the 27th. 188.220.43.217 (talk) 21:25, 20 May 2011 (UTC)Reply

Ok, episode s01e06 is set in the 36th, but it also has a different DA and is the first 'ripped from the headlines' storyline - it's possible the detectives involved in the real case worked out of the 36th. It's an anomaly though, the other episodes in s01 are in the 27th. 188.220.43.217 (talk) 02:09, 24 May 2011 (UTC)Reply

its the pilot Scranton (talk) 17:56, 29 September 2022 (UTC)Reply

Where is the bias section? edit

Grossly bigotted show that even launched entire studies showing massive bias against conservatives and/pr business people, and looky here on wikipedia and nothing to be heard. What a shock. I'm totally shocked. And drowning in sarcasm. 68.115.53.79 (talk) 00:09, 5 May 2012 (UTC)Reply

See WP:NOTAFORUM. Probably should delete or hat this rant. SkepticalRaptor (talk) 07:07, 5 May 2012 (UTC)Reply
I agree with 68.115.53.79. Why is there a serious lack of discussion about the bias of the television show? Also, I've been a member of Wikipedia for a long time. If something is lacking from an article, it's fair enough to argue for its insertion. I totally agree there is statist bias in the show, beyond conducting legal police work. There are episodes where the police conduct illegal activities toward suspects. Also, the whole issue of people not understanding their "right to remain silent" throughout the show shows how this show is superficial. Throughout the years, I've held the belief this show's primary purpose is to instill fear of the government into people and keep them ignorant of the law. --Cyberman (talk) 07:13, 31 July 2014 (UTC)Reply

No 'critical reception' section? edit

I thought it was standard for most series to have one. 143.92.1.33 (talk) 00:11, 29 June 2012 (UTC)Reply

The "segment" sections edit

The Law segment and Order segment sections of the article both completely lack sources and make numerous unsupported claims with weasel wording (especially use of "usually" and "often"). Furthermore, the sections are excessively detailed and border on cruft. I've put up maintainance tags, but without sources the material should be trimmed significantly. Some guy (talk) 06:49, 27 February 2013 (UTC)Reply

These sections remained unsourced for six months, so I removed them from the article. Some guy (talk) 02:50, 20 August 2013 (UTC)Reply

Law & Order listing of characters & actors edit

Per other info on the first season of "Law & Order", and my memory, S. Epatha Merkerson was a guest star in the episode, 'Mushrooms'. Any particular reason why this is not entered under the 'graph' of characters and actors? Nasknit (talk) 08:00, 9 October 2013 (UTC)Reply

Was she playing the same character? If not, then it to ably doesn't warrant mentioning. oknazevad (talk) 19:18, 9 October 2013 (UTC)Reply

Copyright problem removed edit

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John McCoy edit

In the episode s17e10 (Corner Office), a name plate on McCoy's desk reads "John J. McCoy" so maybe Jack was his middle name? (185.181.236.222 (talk) 11:03, 19 August 2018 (UTC))Reply

"Jack" is actually a nickname for John for guys of a certain time period. John F. Kennedy being called "Jack Kennedy" is probably the most famous example. It's use has fallen off, so it's one of those things that no one expects anymore.
That said, this is a Wikipedia talk page. It's for discussing how to improve the article, not the article's subject. oknazevad (talk) 15:41, 19 August 2018 (UTC)Reply

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Donk donk edit

Seems reddit's gone a bit crazy with competing claims to the source of the signature sound. — Nahum Reduta [talk|contribs] 05:56, 19 January 2019 (UTC)Reply

Home Media edit

Law & Order: The Complete Series boxed set. Pretty sure this is a bootleg release 86.41.149.16 (talk) 14:20, 27 September 2021 (UTC)Reply

Frank Cosgrove edit

Why is Frank Cosgrove listed as Senior Detective? The relationship onscreen is not portrayed or documented. In the new credits, only Hugh Dancy gets a "Starring" credit, even though Donovan listed firstScranton (talk) 14:23, 29 September 2022 (UTC)Reply

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"Ripped from the headlines" edit

This quote used as a section title lacks context (and we probably shouldn't use cute quotes as section headers either). Nowhere in the article is this phrase explained, let alone sourced. I think this section has value, but should either be a subsection in Production, or a separate "Controversies" section. --ZimZalaBim talk 22:38, 15 September 2023 (UTC)Reply