The season maintained the iconic chemistry between its lead duo while further developing the supporting squad: as Senior Detective Elliot Stabler. Mariska Hargitay as Junior Detective Olivia Benson. Richard Belzer as Senior Detective John Munch. Ice-T as Junior Detective Odafin "Fin" Tutuola. Stephanie March as A.D.A. Alexandra Cabot. Dann Florek as Captain Donald "Don" Cragen. Key Episodes and Plotlines
Following the departure of David J. Burke, took over as the sole showrunner and executive producer for the third season. This era is often cited by fans as "peak SVU," marked by a more balanced exploration of the detectives' professional challenges and personal stakes. The production also saw the debut of writer Amanda Green , a former NYPD consultant, whose expertise added a layer of gritty realism to the scripts. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 3
Season 3 featured several of the series' most memorable and emotionally charged cases: The season maintained the iconic chemistry between its
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit - Season 3 - Complete [2001] Ice-T as Junior Detective Odafin "Fin" Tutuola