... debt by imminent threats of violence and/or force. These problems ran rampant through the first part of the 20th century. Organized criminal factions flourished mainly due to a number of historical and sociological events including The Great Depression and prohibition. Racketeering and Extortion were ... play a huge part in the verdict and punishment of the crime, decided by the judge and/or jury. The RICO Act can also sanction the offender beyond those available for predicate acts. The RICO Act further specifically makes the following unlawful activities by any person, persons or ... m...

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... legally able to view violence and who is looked at by the law as able to view that same violence should be held responsible for criminal acts that he/she may commit. People that are capable of telling right from wrong which anyone over the age of 13 should well be ... older commits an act which would constitute a crime the district attorney may petition the juvenile court to transfer the youth to the adult court for criminal prosecution. If this petition for transfer is filed, the juvenile court conducts a hearing to determine whether it is in the best interest of the ... involvement, cu...

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