Organized Crime in New York
When people hear the term 'organized crime,' they tend to think of classic moments in film, which puts a narrow scope on what the world of organized crime is all about. Almost any tangible structure that's placed behind a collective effort to obtain illegal income can be seen as organized crime, and legislatures have been reacting to this reality by way of passing extremely strict and harsh laws designed to tear these operations apart.
If you have been involved with what could be considered organized crime, and you face potential prosecution, you need to seek the help of a qualified criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation, and below are a few examples of what the government would consider organized crime.
Gambling Rings
Gambling is illegal in the vast majority of states, but it's still a prevalent industry based on the fact that it's run in the streets and behind the scenes. Several statutes have been passed in order to deal with this conduct, but the fact remains that illegal gambling still exists.
Prostitution Rings
There is a structure to street prostitution, and anyone who is found to have worked within this structure can be adjudged to be part of organized crime. Generally, the lower-ranking members of this operation move a portion of their income to those who oversee the actual transaction.
Drug-Dealing Enterprises
Unfortunately, drug dealing is more than just a few rogues standing on the street corner selling illicit materials. Many infamous trials have uncovered an intricate system of checks and balances within this industry, and anyone involved with it is taking part in organized crime.
Loan-Sharking
A large number of people either do not have the credit to obtain a legitimate loan, or they have a debt that needs to be paid that was illegal in the first place, such as a gambling debt. There are organizations out there that will offer these loans, and many times the interest rates are entirely unreasonable, as is the mode of collection if payments are late.
The examples above are just a few that could be considered organized crime. Statutes such as RICO and New York's enterprise corruption laws exist for the specific purpose of breaking up these structures and doling out punishments to those convicted of working within them. These punishments can include the forfeiture of any profits and fines along with lengthy terms in either state or federal prison.
If any of this sounds familiar to you and you're facing the prospect of a prosecution, contact the Blanch Law Firm to schedule an initial consultation.
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