CRJU 30923 Study Guide - Final Guide: Zulema, Steep Hill, Indecent Exposure
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#1: discuss the definitions of organized crime including the value adding model. Simple definition: organized crime occurs when two or more people come together to commit a criminal act on an ongoing basis (more than twice, problem = far too inclusive to be utilized adequately. Goal-oriented definition: organized crime occurs when particular goals are attempted to increase group power and undermine public confidence, problem = very vague. Identifies any given common phenomena characteristic which typify it: the more characteristics seen, the more likely you are viewing organized crime, there are 9 total characteristics. #3: discuss the history of the chicago outfit through the demise of al capone. William thompson becomes major: not an honest politician; true gangsterism, won election by playing off ethnic groups, centralized policing; power over police and crime = lots of corruption. Jim colosimo: true gangster; head of chicago outfit, not political authority; white slavery, flamboyance, rich, celebrity, godfather, notorious pimp = ran brothels, transported women illegally.
