CRIM 412 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Endangerment
23 Jan 2020
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The union of fortunes or joining of several persons for one purpose. Combination of producers to control sale and price. Association of individuals who wish to carry out a business. Tow or more persons forming an association to conduct business. A company of persons who act in concert for a criminal purpose. Exhibits a willingness to use illegal violence. Common elements and activities of organized crime groups. Unlawful conspiracy between two or more people. Organizational control varies with the charismatic qualities of the individual leaders. Activities may frequently be contrary to the public good but may not be illegal. Positions assigned on the basis of skill. Responsibilities carried out in an impersonal manner. Communication from the top to operational level personnel can be intercepted. Successful infiltration at the lower end can jeopardize the entire operation. Death or incarceration leaves dangerous gaps in operations. The patron provides economic aid and protection against both the legal and illegal exaction of authority.
