Understanding RICO: Charges, Penalties, and Civil Suits

[Summary] The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act is a powerful United States federal law (18 U.S.C. §§ 1961-68) designed to combat organized crime by targeting the entire criminal enterprise, not just isolated acts. It provides for severe criminal penalties, mandatory asset forfeiture, and a unique civil cause of action for victims. Originally aimed […]

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