The Best Episodes Written By Amanda Mercedes

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   9.6/10(20 votes)

   #1 - Out of Time

   S8:E164/20/2026

   Nolan is put to the test when he's forced to protect a man he doesn't trust. Meanwhile, Lucy and Celina follow a promising lead, and Lopez finds herself conflicted about Wesley's new position.

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   9.2/10(26 votes)

   #2 - Baja

   S8:E72/16/2026

   Harper and Lucy go undercover in Baja while investigating the murder of two young women. Back in LA, Bradford and the FBI task force assist in the investigation, while Nolan and Bailey navigate their long-distance relationship.

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   9.1/10(66 votes)

   #3 - April Fools

   S7:E124/1/2025

   An April Fools' prank on LAPD’s social media leads to citywide chaos. Meanwhile, John's T.O. skills are tested, Wesley is assigned a challenging case, and Tim and Lucy play a joke on the team.

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   8.8/10(47 votes)

   #4 - The Mickey

   S7:E72/18/2025

   On Celina's last day as a rookie, John gives her one final test. Meanwhile, Bailey makes a new friend, and Lucy places her faith in Seth for an undercover assignment.

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   4.0/10(5 votes)

   #5 - Dead Again

   S1:E152/14/2023

   During a recent murder investigation of an investment banker, who was also declared murdered six years ago, the unit follows a suspicious trail that leads to new evidence on both cases. Meanwhile, relationships are put to the test as Fortune considers her future with Carter, and Brendon pushes his limits with Antoinette.

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   4.0/10(5 votes)

   #6 - Close Contact

   S1:E111/10/2023

   After a failed assassination attempt involving a bomber, Congressman Damien Roberts hires Garza’s team for protective detail while Brendon and Laura begin investigating potential suspects. Later, Damien and Simone rekindle their romantic relationship, and Brendon advances his relationship with Antoinette.

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   3.6/10(5 votes)

   #7 - Standoff

   S1:E811/22/2022

   After a father and daughter are kidnapped on Thanksgiving, the team discovers a hostage situation involving police deputies. When the gunmen offer an exchange for the hostages, Simone is sent undercover by Garza, and Lopez arrives to help rescue Wesley. Meanwhile, Laura and Brendon search for a nanny cam that could reveal the identity of the kidnapper.

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