6.6/10381 votes#1 - Freedom of Expression
Season 23 Episode 1 - Aired 1/18/2024
In the wake of a murder on campus, the line between free speech and hate speech at a university is examined.
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7.3/10210 votes#2 - Human Innovation
Season 23 Episode 2 - Aired 1/25/2024
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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7.5/10208 votes#3 - Turn the Page
Season 23 Episode 3 - Aired 2/1/2024
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.
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7.5/10194 votes#4 - Unintended Consequences
Season 23 Episode 4 - Aired 2/8/2024
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.
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8.4/10275 votes#5 - Last Dance
Season 23 Episode 5 - Aired 2/22/2024
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.
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7.4/10227 votes#6 - On the Ledge
Season 23 Episode 6 - Aired 2/29/2024
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.
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7.5/10179 votes#7 - Balance of Power
Season 23 Episode 7 - Aired 3/14/2024
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.
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7.1/10203 votes#8 - Facade
Season 23 Episode 8 - Aired 3/21/2024
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.
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7.2/10163 votes#9 - Family Ties
Season 23 Episode 9 - Aired 4/11/2024
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.
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7.5/10159 votes#10 - Inconvenient Truth
Season 23 Episode 10 - Aired 4/18/2024
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.
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7.6/10181 votes#11 - Castle in the Sky
Season 23 Episode 11 - Aired 5/2/2024
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.
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8.0/10159 votes#12 - No Good Deed
Season 23 Episode 12 - Aired 5/9/2024
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.
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7.6/10156 votes#13 - In Harm's Way
Season 23 Episode 13 - Aired 5/16/2024
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.
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The Best Episodes of Law & Order Season 23
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Network:NBC
Season 23 Ratings Summary
"Freedom of Expression" is the best rated episode of "Law & Order" season 23. It scored 6.6/10 based on 381 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/18/2024. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Human Innovation".