Originally Posted by Liggio
I love how bosses these days are often reputed or alleged bosses. This goes to show that they're back to largely being a secret society. It's also worth noting that many mob trials nowadays end up as complete failures for the feds, with guys walking away with light sentences and sweet plea deals. Some guys really get hammered though, like the Lucchese administration going down for the Meldish hit. I don't remember the details but I do remember the evidence being very weak. I wish I was on that jury, no way would I have voted guilty.


I agree. It seems that crews are trying their best to go back to the 'caves' and stay out of sight. And by avoiding killings, it leaves the feds with only glorified gambling, shylock and frauds cases. Those don't bring life sentences, which in turn helps avoid rats and breakdowns in the ranks.