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Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act

The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) is a United States law which provides for extended penalties for criminal acts performed as part of an ongoing criminal organization. It was enacted as Title IX of the Organized Crime Control Act[?] of 1970.

Enhanced sanctions, when and how it has been applied (Mafia, anti-abortion groups, etc.)

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