The series originally premiered in 1990 and is unique for its two-part structure: the first half follows NYPD detectives investigating a crime, while the second half focuses on the prosecution of the case by the District Attorney's office . Title Variations
: The title used primarily by France 3 for its earlier seasons. New York District / New York Police Judiciaire ...
( Law & Order: Special Victims Unit ) New York, section criminelle ( Law & Order: Criminal Intent ) New York, cour de justice ( Law & Order: Trial by Jury ) New York, crime organisé ( Law & Order: Organized Crime ) The series originally premiered in 1990 and is
The show has been marketed under different names in French-speaking regions: : The common title used in Quebec, Canada
As of 2026, the original series remains in production following its 2022 revival , with seasons now reaching over 500 total episodes.
: The common title used in Quebec, Canada. Franchise Context
This series is the flagship of a massive media franchise. Other spin-offs frequently use the "New York" prefix in French titles to maintain brand consistency: