Which of these three functional structures best describes the group?
b. Introduction (250-300 words – 2 points) i. Give a brief summary of your chosen group. c. Criminal Activities (600-800 words – 5 points) ii. What specific crime types and illegal markets is the group involved in? iii. Are these activities predatory? Market-based? Hybrid? Racketeering? Illegal governance? iv. How are these activities carried out? Do they require a high level of coordination? d. Structure and Function (1000-1500 words – 10 points) v. Where did the group come from? How did it develop and what conditions existed in the area which allowed it to develop or increased its influence/impact? vi. What is the general structure of the group? Who are the main players and how are they connected to one another? How is the structure maintained? vii. What is the degree of complexity, formalization, centralization, vertical integration and diversification of the group? viii. What aspects of entrepreneurial, associational and/or quasi-governmental structures are demonstrated by the group? Which of these three functional structures best describes the group? Why? e. Impact and Countermeasures (400-600 words – 4 points) ix. How does the group interact with society at large? What is its connection with the state and/or with legitimate business, if any? x. What countermeasures have been used to interrupt or dismantle this group’s activities? f. Conclusion (250-300 words – 2 points) xi. Give a general summary/overview of what you have discussed in the paper. g. Reference Page (1 point) xii. Include your 5+ sources and textbook citations in APA format. NOTE that your sources should also be cited within the body of your paper. 4. at least FOUR (4) other reliable and credible sources to discuss the concepts noted above and how they relate to the OC group that you are studying. See the following guide for criteria to help you evaluate the reliability and credibility of your sources:
