In the Name of the Law is a True Crime radio show from 1936 that captivates listeners by showcasing authentic police work before WWII. Using real police cases from across the United States as inspiration, each episode delivers thrilling narratives and dramatic dialogue, covering a variety of cases from murder to theft. Making its debut in the same year as events such as the Hindenburg launch and the first baseball hall of fame class, this short-run series is a fascinating look into pre-war police work and American history.