RICO Crimes (18 U.S.C. 1961-1963)

"Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act"

To be convicted of a RICO crime, an AUSA must present evidence beyond a reasonable doubt:

1. That the defendant was a person employed by or associated with the enterprise charged;
2. that the enterprise was an ongoing organization, formal or informal, that functioned as a continuing unit;
3. that the defendant participated in the conduct of the affairs of the enterprise through a pattern of racketeering activity. A pattern is defined as acts that are related to each other, and pose a threat of continued criminal activity; and
4. that the enterprise was engaged in interstate commerce or that its activities affected interstate commerce.

Los Angeles Racketeering Defense Lawyer

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Contact a Los Angeles racketeering defense attorney at our firm today for a free consultation.