Has anyone else noticed that lately on most of the shows, particularly the Dick Wolf Productions, there is some lame excuse for one of the regular actors to be missing/absent from the episode(s)? This episode was Torres taking comp days.
This is a good idea, as it would likely turn disastrous if the adoptee is an infant. I'm not saying that won't be the case, but in my opinion, it's a better option.
He really exploited Melissa in that TV "interview." I thought she was going to walk out.
And yes, they are showing no urgency regarding Elijah's impending execution.
ETA: I didn't realize that Jasperson was so big. Wiki has him listed as 6' 7" and 255 lbs.