Organized Crime, 7th Edition by Michael D. Lyman offers a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the complex world of organized crime. This text provides a strong historical foundation, tracing the origins and evolution of criminal enterprises to their current manifestations. Organized Crime (What’s New in Criminal Justice) challenges popular misconceptions and stereotypes, demonstrating why ethnically driven portrayals often fall short of the reality. Delving into critical contemporary issues, the book examines the significant role of drug trafficking and presents comparative models of terrorism. The 7th edition boasts substantial new content and updated information, including detailed discussions on the definition of organized crime, the operations of Mexican cartels and Somali pirates, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), Eastern African criminal groups, Albanian drug-smuggling networks, organized crime activity in the Triborder Area, and the pervasive issue of counterfeit consumer goods. This edition is further enhanced with updated case studies, current statistics, and relevant graphics, making it an essential resource for understanding the multifaceted nature of organized crime.

Author: Michael Lyman

Edition: 7th

Publisher: Pearson

ISBN-10: 134871359

ISBN-13: 978-0134871356

Publication Date: April 2, 2018