Skip to Main Content
Article navigation
Purpose

– The purpose of this paper is to look at the origins and development of organized crime in Brazil.

Design/methodology/approach

– The authors draw on their experience working in law enforcement for many years in Brazil.

Findings

– The paper outlines the major crimes committed by organized crime in Brazil and the structure of the main organization carrying them out.

Research limitations/implications

– The research concentrates on São Paolo and further research needs to be done.

Originality/value

– This is the first attempt to put the development of organized crime in Brazil into a historical and developmental context.

You do not currently have access to this content.
Don't already have an account? Register

Purchased this content as a guest? Enter your email address to restore access.

Please enter valid email address.
Email address must be 94 characters or fewer.
Pay-Per-View Access
$39.00
Rental

or Create an Account

Close Modal
Close Modal