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How Police Academies Work
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Police academies turn average people into crime fighters. Want to become an officer? Learn what training police academies require.
How Anonymous Works
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The hacktivist group Anonymous garners mixed opinions. Learn how Anonymous is structured and what the group does.
How Tax Evasion Works
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Tax evasion is a serious crime, but there's a difference between nefarious activity and simply making a mistake on your return. Read more about tax evasion.
10 Last-minute Stays of Execution
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Most people sentenced to death in the U.S. get at least one stay of execution. In one case, the stay came a minute too late because of a misdialed phone number. Here are 10 of the most unusual cases.
Who Paid the Largest Criminal Fine in History and Why?
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The largest criminal fines in history have been paid by corporations, not individuals. Who paid the largest criminal fine in history and why?
How Magic Mushrooms Work
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Mushrooms - they're not just a pizza topping. This psychotropic fungus has guided many an adventurer on a trip. How do shrooms make their magic?
How Congressional Investigations Work
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Investigations have been a part of the U.S. Congress since 1790. Learn about how effective they are in this article at HowStuffWorks.
10 Essential Supreme Court Cases of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a huge force on the Supreme Court. HowStuffWorks looks at the mark she left in her 27 years on the highest court.
How the National Security Council Works
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The National Security Council provides advice to the president on intelligence matters and coordinates activities in various government agencies. At least in theory. In reality, each U.S. president has used the council in the way that suits him.
10 Common Bankruptcy Questions
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If you're lucky, you'll never have to know about bankruptcy. But just in case, here are answers to 10 common bankruptcy questions from HowStuffWorks.