Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act RICO

The RICO statute is a powerful federal law used to charge individuals involved in a common criminal enterprise with a pattern of racketeering. It targets those who hire others for illegal activities, such as drug trafficking, and allows for the forfeiture of assets linked to the crime. The statute applies to both state and federal felony activities, leveraging interstate commerce powers to reach all involved parties.

What constitutes a pattern of racketeering under the Rico statute?

How can federal statutes charge individuals under the Rico statute?