Federal law that is designed to combat organized crime. Usually referred to as RICO. … [Read more...] about RACKETEER INFLUENCED AND CORRUPT ORGANIZATIONS ACT
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RAN
Sax. In Saxon and old English law. Open theft, or robbery. … [Read more...] about RAN
RACKETEERING
Criminal acts that interfere with free trade or commerce as the result of threats and acts of violence, e.g. RICO statutes, acts of the mafia or organized crime. See RICO. … [Read more...] about RACKETEERING
RANCHO
Sp. A small collection of men or their dwellings; a hamlet. As used, however, in Mexico and in the Spanish Taw formerly prevailing in California, the term signifies a ranch or large tract of land suitable for grazing purposes where horses or cattle are raised, and is distinguished from hacienda, a cultivated farm or plantation … [Read more...] about RANCHO
R&D
Research and Development … [Read more...] about R&D