Yakuza Organized Crime Group
Organized crime groups have long been a part of society and an uphill battle for law enforcement. They are powerful, dangerous, well-structured groups of criminals with a common motive to commit crimes, make money, and maintain their freedom despite their actions. The Yakuza’s in particular are an organized crime group from Japan, and one of the most well-known organized crime groups throughout various countries. In order to understand the Yakuza’s, it is important to know their history, the crimes they commit, and what differentiates them from any other organized crime group around the world.
History
Starting from the beginning, the Yakuza’s can be traced back as early as the 15th century, while their infiltration …show more content…
Mafias, cartels, mobs, local street gangs, etc. all have one major commonality—the innocent members of society despise them. All other organized crime groups must hide their crimes and identity not only from law enforcement but from the people of their own community. Law abiding citizens shamefully frown down upon members of these organized crime groups and do not want them invading their cities with their presence or crimes. The Yakuza’s on the other hand are surprisingly accepted by the members of their community. Yakuza members do not have to make any attempts to protect their identity as a member and this is what greatly distinguishes the reputation of the Yakuza’s from any other organized crime group. Instead, Yakuza leaders and members have, “their business dealings, lifestyles, and biographical information being detailed in 'fan magazines,' which are readily available at newsstands, convenience stores, bookstores, public libraries and even some government offices” (Higgins, 2014). Yakuza members may proudly display their logo at their businesses or headquarters, and never have to deny their involvement as a member of this crime group. The Yakuza’s have been good to their homeland and have been sure to take care of their people in times of need. “Tons of relief goods have been delivered to victims of Japan’s catastrophic earthquake and tsunami from a dark corner of society: the “yakuza” organized crime networks” (Jones, 2011). Such actions are unheard of from the American Mafia, the Mexican Cartels, or any local street gangs. Earning acceptance by the people is a milestone that only the Yakuza’s have managed to reach, thus separating them from all other organized crime groups for a pinnacle none have come close to reaching as an
Organized crime groups have long been a part of society and an uphill battle for law enforcement. They are powerful, dangerous, well-structured groups of criminals with a common motive to commit crimes, make money, and maintain their freedom despite their actions. The Yakuza’s in particular are an organized crime group from Japan, and one of the most well-known organized crime groups throughout various countries. In order to understand the Yakuza’s, it is important to know their history, the crimes they commit, and what differentiates them from any other organized crime group around the world.
History
Starting from the beginning, the Yakuza’s can be traced back as early as the 15th century, while their infiltration …show more content…
Mafias, cartels, mobs, local street gangs, etc. all have one major commonality—the innocent members of society despise them. All other organized crime groups must hide their crimes and identity not only from law enforcement but from the people of their own community. Law abiding citizens shamefully frown down upon members of these organized crime groups and do not want them invading their cities with their presence or crimes. The Yakuza’s on the other hand are surprisingly accepted by the members of their community. Yakuza members do not have to make any attempts to protect their identity as a member and this is what greatly distinguishes the reputation of the Yakuza’s from any other organized crime group. Instead, Yakuza leaders and members have, “their business dealings, lifestyles, and biographical information being detailed in 'fan magazines,' which are readily available at newsstands, convenience stores, bookstores, public libraries and even some government offices” (Higgins, 2014). Yakuza members may proudly display their logo at their businesses or headquarters, and never have to deny their involvement as a member of this crime group. The Yakuza’s have been good to their homeland and have been sure to take care of their people in times of need. “Tons of relief goods have been delivered to victims of Japan’s catastrophic earthquake and tsunami from a dark corner of society: the “yakuza” organized crime networks” (Jones, 2011). Such actions are unheard of from the American Mafia, the Mexican Cartels, or any local street gangs. Earning acceptance by the people is a milestone that only the Yakuza’s have managed to reach, thus separating them from all other organized crime groups for a pinnacle none have come close to reaching as an