[s9e7] — Blinded
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Novak desperately wants to prove that Picard is incompetent to stand trial due to his mental illness. [S9E7] Blinded
Olivia wants the maximum punishment possible for Picard and explicitly wants to see him sent to Louisiana, where he would face the death penalty for his crimes. Are you writing a , a video essay
Stabler is literally blinded for most of the episode due to his head injury. This triggers a protective, vengeful streak in his partner, Olivia Benson. 2. Casey Novak's Emotional Blindness Stabler is literally blinded for most of the
The episode explores the thin line between active malice and severe psychotic breaks. Picard suffers from horrific delusions triggered by witnessing a past trauma involving his sister.
She actively works against her own prosecutorial interests and even enlists a top defense attorney to represent Picard to ensure he goes to a mental health facility rather than prison. 3. Olivia Benson's Vengeful Blindness
Fans frequently point to this episode as a prime example of Olivia Benson's fierce, sometimes blinding loyalty to Elliot Stabler.