Law & Order franchise

The Law & Order franchise is a popular series of television shows created by Dick Wolf, focusing on the criminal justice system in the United States. It typically features two main segments: the first half centers on police investigations of crimes, while the second half follows the legal proceedings in court. The franchise began with the original "Law & Order" in 1990 and has since expanded to include several spin-offs, such as "Law & Order: SVU" (Special Victims Unit) and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent." These series explore complex themes of justice, morality, and societal issues.