A plus is when you are doing time, the other “made” men and associates and probably other criminal organizations will give you a little more respect while you are in the can.
Plus the others might be more willing to strike up a business relationship while inside with guys who are “made”.
On the street you might be able to win a couple more sit downs if you’re “made”, but no guarantees.
Plus of not being made- don’t have to answer to as many people or possibly kick up as much.
I think doing time is the only advantage of being “made” these days.
I know that Henry never wanted to be made as he felt it would put a bigger target on his back for the Feds to shoot at.
However, when Michael sent him to Youngstown to rein in Lenny he had to be made for Lenny to do as he was told.
