The story follows a team of NYPD detectives of an elite force as they investigate various sexually related crimes while dealing with their personal lives.
In this season, (Ada Barba) begins to face problems other than court battles when (Peter Stone) appears to be pushing (Barba) into a major moral decision, and the life of Lieutenant (Benson) gets worse before his condition improves.
The Special Victims Unit continues to investigate sexually related crimes. But as several cases hit close to home, they are forced to reexamine the system they are working within, as well as their bonds of loyalty and how well they know each other.
A team of detectives investigates the case of an actress who accuses her producer of raping her, as a serial killer who targets gay people terrorizes the city.
In the 22nd season, the squad returns to try to solve the many sexually related crimes in Central Park, while on a personal level everyone on the SVU faces troubles in their own lives.
Amanda tries to focus on her own life, Grace finds a good job opportunity in the Narcotics Division, and Joe Velasco tries to prove himself and gain a prominent position. Meanwhile, Olivia is burdened with managing the team and tracking and solving the ongoing crimes.