Beginning in season 2, the series was renamed L.A. Dragnet. Season 2 cast changes included the removal of
Ethan Embry (Det. Frank Smith), the addition of
Desmond Harrington, (Det. McCarron)
Eva Longoria (Det. Duran), and
Evan Parke (Det. Cooper).
Christina Chang (ADA Chang) was moved up to a regularly credited cast member vs an occasional guest star. Friday was also promoted from detective to lieutenant, bypassing the sergeant rank held by
Jack Webb in the original series.