Compare and contrast the organizational structure of the mafia with that of a motorcycle gang. Do you think that drugs are their main source of income? How do they distribute their goods?
In 5–6 paragraphs, address the following:
- How do you think the organizational structures of U.S. mafia organizations and domestic motorcycle gangs differ? Explain.
- How might this affect the production and distribution of goods? Explain.
- What methods of drug distribution utilized by these organizations do you think are the most problematic for law enforcement agencies? Why?
- At what level should a criminal organization involved in the drug trade be targeted in an attempt to halt drug distribution? Should it be at a higher or lower level? Explain your reasoning.
- What issues exist with regard to drug law enforcement, and how might these issues be avoided? Explain.
