Understanding Organized Crime

Understanding Organized Crime provides a comprehensive introduction to the subject of organized crime as it relates to the criminal investigation. Topics covered include definition(s) of organized crime, why it exists, how it has evolved throughout history, different types of organized crime and specific organizations, and strategies for fighting organized crime.
Dr. Mallory is a 25 year veteran of law enforcement with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN) and served 12 years as a special agent with Organized Crime Task Forces. Hewas assigned both to the DEA and FBI offices in Jackson, MS. A graduate of the ten week Drug Enforcement Academy and the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy, Dr. Mallory has extensive law enforcement training including seminars and schools. In addition to his formal education Dr. Mallory retired from MBN as Deputy Director and has now completed over 15 years in academia. He served as Chair of the Department of Criminal Justice at the University of Southern Mississippi and is now Chair of the Department of Legal Studies at the University of Mississippi. Dr. Mallory is a professional consultant and has served as expert witness in both state and federal court and is currently the vice chair of Mississippi Law Enforcement Standards and Training Board.