You folks are obviously familiar with the goings-on with these guys, so help me understand something. Most of these fellows are in their 70's or 80's, right ? Why in the world would they risk going back to prison at this stage of their lives ? Surely they have family who, in all probability, are urging them to "get out." According to what has been said they are wealthy. The only reasons I can think of are greed and this is the only "life" they know. But it also seems that the possibility of going back to prison would outweigh any other reason for continuing in a criminal organization. It seems to me that just about any conviction would result in a life sentence, considering the age of these guys.

Everyone feel free to weigh in.