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Racketeering/RICO

Racketeering generally involves the operation of a structured illegal business or scheme in order to make a profit.

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What Is Racketeering?

An Illegal Business, Run for Profit

Racketeering generally involves the operation of a structured illegal business or scheme in order to make a profit. It is a broad criminal category covering a wide range of underlying acts.

In 1970, the Federal government passed the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (“RICO”) in an effort to prosecute these offenses and, what they refer to as, organized crime. RICO cases are usually brought in federal court.

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The Underlying Acts

What Racketeering Covers

Racketeering is a broad criminal category of criminal acts that includes:

Bribery

Extortion

Gambling

Money laundering

Embezzlement

Murder

Robbery

Drug related offenses

What You Are Up Against

Why RICO Charges Are Different

Convictions under RICO often carry lengthy prison sentences and significant fines. Many attorneys and citizens believe that the government has recently started charging individuals under RICO because of its extreme sentencing exposure.

RICO prosecutions normally involve highly complex legal issues and defenses.

If you have been arrested, charged or believe you will be charged with Racketeering or a RICO violation you need to speak to Joel Silberman as soon as possible to ensure your defense is not jeopardized.

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Defenses

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Lack of knowledge of Illegal Enterprise

Constitutional Defenses

Innocence

Prosecution has insufficient evidence to satisfy burden

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Disclaimer: “Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.”

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Charged With Racketeering or a RICO Violation?

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