Number: RS21214
Title: RICO: Legislative Activity in the 107th Congress
Authors: Charles Doyle, American Law Division 
Abstract: The federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization (RICO) provisions outlaw the use of various state and federal crimes to acquire, maintain, or conduct the activities of a formal or informal enterprise whose activities affect interstate or foreign commerce. 18 U.S.C. 1961-1965. Violations subject offenders to criminal penalties and civil liability. The USA PATRIOT Act added terrorist offenses to the list of RICO predicates. Other proposals introduced in the 107th Congress address offenses that their sponsors believe should be classified as RICO predicates. Still others would expand the remedies available to the victims of RICO violations.
Pages: 3
Date: Updated May 6, 2002