But then NCIS: LA revealed that Deeks's job as a liaison between the NCIS and the LAPD is done—permanently. ... But before you cut the TV cord, get a load of this good news: Daniela spoke out and all but confirmed that Eric and Deeks aren't going anywhere.

Why is Deeks not on NCIS?

On-screen, Deeks has been under serious pressure after his position of LAPD liaison officer was terminated. The LAPD furloughed him due to budget issues. And it seemed that he had no future at NCIS when he learned that he was too old to attend FLETC.

Does Deeks leave NCIS in Season 12?

In fact, fans who kept watching CBS after the episode aired got a confirmation that Deeks will still appear on the show. The character appeared in the trailer for Season 12, Episode 6, a Christmas special for the show alongside Kensi, hinting he will be part of whatever seasonal shenanigans the team will be facing.