Official Text
“Whoever participates in, or supports, any organized criminal activity, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, or other serious criminal enterprises.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Participation in organized crime.
- Support for criminal enterprises.
- Knowledge of criminal nature.
- Intent to promote organized crime.
Potential Defenses:
- No participation in organized crime.
- Legitimate activities.
- Authorized operations.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Drug trafficking networks, human smuggling rings, organized theft operations, criminal enterprises.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Legitimate business activities, authorized operations, or lawful enterprises.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 15 years, and Fine