Prelim Flashcards
involves the comprehensive efforts of police or other concerned agencies, encompassing surveillance, investigations, arrests, and the legal proceedings undertaken to build cases against members of criminal organizations.
Organized crime investigation
a group of three or more persons; that exists for a period of time; and act in concert with the aim of committing at least one serious crime; to obtain, directly or indirectly, a financial or other material benefit.
ORGANIZED CRIME
refers to the process of identifying, disrupting, and dismantling criminal enterprises that operate systematically with a structured hierarchy. It involves gathering evidence, conducting surveillance, and collaborating with various law enforcement
Organized crime investigation
A public officials, law enforcement officers or anybody who not a member of the organization who can helps the organization
CORRUPTEЕ
The one who corrupts or bribes, intimidate or threatens, negotiate or “sweet talks into a relationship with public officials, law enforcement officer, or anyone who would be of help in obtaining security and immunity from possible arrest, prosecution and punishments.
CORRUPTER
The one who makes for the arrangements for the killing (injuring or carrying out the task physically, economically or psychologically) the members or non-members.
ENFORCER
involved in illicit activities, often operating outside the law for financial gain. While both involve groups of people, their purposes, structures, and activities are vastly different.
organized crime groups
refer to social organizations on college campuses, fostering brotherhood and camaraderie among members.
Fraternities
-defies a universally-accepted definition
-inherently political
-Exploits death as a means to advertise their cause
Terrorism
a member of a criminal organization provides an illegal good such as drugs or a service such as enforcement of restraint of trade agreements
Entrepreneurship
members of a criminal organization require legitimate or illegal entrepreneurs to pay a fixed or percentage amount but in return provide services such restricting market entry, debt collection, and arbitration.
Reciprocal
members of criminal organization extort money from illegal entrepreneurs under a threat of violence.
Parasitic
Hacking, identity theft, and online fraud
Cybercrime:
Illicit trade of firearms and weapons.
Arms Trafficking:
Exploitation and smuggling of people for various purposes.
Human Trafficking:
Production, distribution, and sale of illegal narcotics.
Drug Trafficking:
Illicit transportation of contraband goods across borders.
Smuggling:
Abduction of individuals for ransom.
Kidnapping and Extortion:
Production of fake currency, goods, or documents.
Counterfeiting:
Exploitation of individuals for commercial sex work.
Prostitution Rings:
Running organized schemes to extort money from victims.
Racketeering:
Operation of unlicensed casinos or underground betting rings.
Illegal Gambling:
