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Q: Why did gangsters become involved in bootlegging?
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What business of mafia involved?

most of the businesses of mafias are bootlegging, prostitution, illegal gambling and smuggling.


Is bootlegging a felony?

Bootlegging alcohol, yes. Bootlegging trademarked or copyrighted material, it depends on the item that was bootlegged in some cases.


What is bootlegging in 1920?

Bootlegging was the unlawful sale of alcoholic beverages. You might smuggle a flat whiskey bottle in the top of your boots- bootlegging.


What gangster lead the untouchables?

"The Untouchables" were not gangsters. They were Federal Agents, led by Elliot Ness in Chicago during "Prohibition". The term "Untouchables" was a phrase labeled to them because the could not be bribed or coerced to look the other way while gangsters and especially, Al Capone continued bootlegging and running the Chicago Mob. At that time the cops,politicians,mayors,business owners were all, or nearly all, crooked and accepted bribes from the gangsters to continue selling illegal booze and running rackets.


When did Al Capone start bootlegging?

Al Capone started bootlegging during the Prohibition era in the United States, which began in 1920 and lasted until 1933. He became involved in the illegal production and distribution of alcohol around 1920, and quickly grew in power and influence as a bootlegger.


What is the collective noun for gangsters?

The collective nouns are a knuckle of gangsters and a mob of gangsters.


What do the girls at the party think Gatsby did to get rich?

The girls at the party believe that Gatsby is involved in illegal activities such as bootlegging or selling illegal substances to amass his wealth. They speculate that he is not involved in legitimate business ventures.


What gangsters were red?

The Red Gangsters were red.


What major family originally made its money from bootlegging?

Joseph Kennedy , father of John, made a lot of money bootlegging.


Name the two offenses of which Gatsby is accused?

Gatsby is accused of bootlegging and of being involved in illegal activities, specifically organized crime.


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