The RICO Act has been in effect in the United States since 1970. There is still a danger from Mafia families and other organised criminal groups in the future, even though they are few, particularly in Georgia.
Racketeering is a general phrase that encompasses a wide range of illegal activities, most notably those involving extortion.
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There are several varieties of racketeering, including:
Cyber extortion
Protection rackets
Kidnapping
Fencing racket
If someone is found guilty of a RICO offence, they might face up to 20 years in jail or perhaps life in prison. Other sanctions, such as fines or jail time, may be imposed.