Organized Crime Defense Lawyer

in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Organized crime and RICO investigations do not announce themselves clearly.

By the time most people realize they are targets, the investigation has been running for months. Evidence gathered. Financial records reviewed. Associates interviewed. And the government’s case is already taking shape without you knowing it.

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What you do in the first days after contact matters more than almost anything else that follows.

At Mayersohn Law Group, we represent individuals, professionals, and business owners facing organized crime, racketeering, conspiracy, and related criminal allegations throughout Florida.

We bring the depth of experience and trial readiness these cases demand, and we get involved early, when there is still the most to fight for.

We know where these cases come from, how they were assembled, and where they can be challenged.

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What Is at Stake With RICO and Organized Crime Charges

RICO and organized crime charges carry severe consequences.

The exposure is broad, the penalties are steep, and these consequences can begin long before a case ever reaches trial:

Up to 30 years per count under Florida RICO, Chapter 895, Florida Statutes
Up to 20 years per count under federal RICO, 18 U.S.C. 1961
Asset forfeiture of financial accounts, business interests, real estate, and vehicles before a case is even resolved
Civil RICO liability on top of criminal exposure
Parallel state and federal prosecutions running simultaneously
Reputational consequences, professional licensing issues, and business disruption that begin the moment an investigation becomes known

Types of Organized Crime Cases We Handle

Florida RICO allegations under Chapter 895
Federal RICO charges
Drug trafficking conspiracy allegations
Fraud-related organized crime investigations
Money laundering allegations
Bribery and extortion-related offenses
Asset forfeiture proceedings
Organized financial crime allegations
Conspiracy-related criminal charges
White collar criminal investigations
Investment and securities fraud allegations
Multi-defendant criminal investigations

Florida Organized Crime Defense Attorneys Who Get Involved Before Charges Are Filed

Organized crime and RICO prosecutions are among the most resource-intensive cases the government pursues.

Multi-agency task forces, grand jury proceedings, years of surveillance, and extensive financial records are often already assembled before a single charge is filed.

Our firm understands how these investigations develop, what prosecutors are looking to establish, and where the defense has the strongest opportunities to intervene. We represent clients throughout Broward County, Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County, and across Florida, and we are ready to move the moment you call.

Not sure whether your situation involves federal or state exposure?

Contact Mayersohn Law Group today for a confidential consultation: 954-765-1900.

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If You Are Under Investigation, Do Not Wait

RICO and organized crime investigations move fast, and the window to shape the outcome narrows quickly.

Whether you have received a subpoena, been contacted by investigators, or have reason to believe your business or associates are under scrutiny, the earlier you have experienced counsel in place, the more options are available.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Organized Crime in Florida

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What is a RICO charge in Florida and how serious is it?

RICO charges under Florida Statute Chapter 895 or federal 18 U.S.C. 1961 are among the most serious criminal charges a person can face. They carry up to 30 years per count at the state level and up to 20 years per count federally, along with asset forfeiture and potential civil liability. Contact an attorney immediately if you believe you are under investigation.

Can I be charged with RICO even if I did not know the full extent of the criminal activity?

Prosecutors frequently charge everyone connected to an alleged enterprise, including peripheral participants. Your level of knowledge and involvement matters significantly, and this is where early legal strategy can make a meaningful difference in how charges are framed and pursued.

What happens to my business and assets when RICO charges are filed?

The state may file a RICO lien notice and seek civil forfeiture of business interests, real estate, and bank accounts tied to the alleged enterprise. These actions can begin before a criminal case is resolved and can be challenged with the right legal representation in place.

What is the difference between Florida RICO and federal RICO?

Florida RICO operates under Chapter 895 of the Florida Statutes and covers Florida-specific predicate crimes, carrying up to 30 years per count. Federal RICO under 18 U.S.C. 1961 applies to federal crimes and carries up to 20 years per count. Many South Florida cases involve both simultaneously.

Do I need a lawyer if I only received a subpoena and have not been charged?

Yes, immediately. A subpoena means you are already part of the investigation. What you say or do not say at this stage directly shapes your legal exposure. Do not appear before a grand jury or speak with investigators without an attorney.

Can RICO charges be dismissed before trial?

Yes. RICO charges require prosecutors to establish a qualifying enterprise and a pattern of at least two related predicate acts. If either element is legally insufficient, charges may be challenged and potentially dismissed at the pre-trial stage.

Can a business be charged under RICO in Florida?

Yes. Businesses, partnerships, and associations can be named as enterprises or defendants in RICO proceedings. Business owners and executives may face individual charges alongside or separate from charges against the entity itself.

What should I do if federal agents contact my employees or business associates?

Contact an attorney immediately. Outreach to employees or associates is a common investigative tactic that often signals an active investigation. How you and those around you respond at this stage can significantly affect the direction of the case.

Organized Crime and RICO Defense Across Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and Florida

Organized crime and racketeering investigations can affect every aspect of your life, from your finances and business operations to your professional reputation and personal freedom.

The earlier experienced legal counsel is involved, the more opportunities exist to protect your rights, respond strategically, and challenge the government’s case before it advances further.

Mayersohn Law Group represents individuals and businesses facing organized crime, RICO, conspiracy, and related criminal allegations throughout Broward County, Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County, and across Florida. Contact Mayersohn Law Group today to schedule a confidential consultation.

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954.765.1900

Organized Crime Defense Lawyer

in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Call 24/7: 954-765-1900

What you do in the first days after contact matters more than almost anything else that follows.

We know where these cases come from, how they were assembled, and where they can be challenged.

Call 24/7: 954-765-1900

What Is at Stake With RICO and Organized Crime Charges

Types of Organized Crime Cases We Handle

Florida Organized Crime Defense Attorneys Who Get Involved Before Charges Are Filed

Not sure whether your situation involves federal or state exposure?

Call 24/7: 954-765-1900

What Our Florida Clients Say

If You Are Under Investigation, Do Not Wait

Call 24/7: 954-765-1900

Frequently Asked Questions About Organized Crime in Florida

VIEW ALL FAQs

What is a RICO charge in Florida and how serious is it?

Can I be charged with RICO even if I did not know the full extent of the criminal activity?

What happens to my business and assets when RICO charges are filed?

What is the difference between Florida RICO and federal RICO?

Do I need a lawyer if I only received a subpoena and have not been charged?

Can RICO charges be dismissed before trial?

Can a business be charged under RICO in Florida?

What should I do if federal agents contact my employees or business associates?

Organized Crime and RICO Defense Across Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and Florida

Organized crime and racketeering investigations can affect every aspect of your life, from your finances and business operations to your professional reputation and personal freedom.

Call 24/7: 954-765-1900

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