The fact of the matter is if the law can apply in a case being prosecuted civilly, it ought to apply. Treble damages under RICO is an incredibly important tool, without which we are going to be at a loss for a lot of violations, including Mafia violations that are being reported in the Wall Street Journal.
Discussing the importance of treble damages under RICO during a committee meeting.
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