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.