Fans can finally get a good look at Olivia's (Mariska Hargitay) newest recruit, Sgt. Mike Dodds (Andy Karl) as a clip revealing first introductions from an upcoming episode of Law & Order: SVU was recently revealed.

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In a sneak peek, titled 'Meet the New Sergeant,' from an upcoming episode Olivia is seen being rather tepid in her welcoming Mike, who is Deputy Chief William Dodds' (Peter Gallaghar) son. The clip has been revealed exclusively by TVLine and you can check it out below.

TVGuide had previously reported that Mike will play Olivia's right hand man.

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Karl is a Tony award-winnning actor known for his work in musicals such as Legally Blonde, Wicked and Rocky, and has also appeared in one episode of ABC's Forever.

The upcoming episode, titled 'Maternal Instincts,' will air on Oct. 21 at 9 p.m. on NBC. Rollins is going to be in terrible bind in the episode as her sister will be a fugitive Olivia and team are after. She will have to make the tough decision between family and justice.

Here's the official synopsis for the episode:

"A violinist is raped by her colleague, but he doesn't remember committing the crime and claims he was drugged and robbed by a hired escort. Meanwhile, Rollins' mother throws a baby shower for her; and Sgt. Mike Dodds reports to work at the SVU squad."

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