Abstract
ABSTRACT Jamaican organized crime activities have dramatically increased over the past two decades in the United States. These criminals organized into groups called posses initially trafficked in marijuana. However, posses have recently moved into the lucrative cocaine trade and now dominate the street- level marketing of crack cocaine in many American urban areas. This paper examines the rise of posse activity in America. The economic, social, and political situation in Jamaica is analyzed because these factors led to emigration and settlement in this country. Posse members from Jamaica migrated to this country and formed crime groups in various cities. Jamaican posses are also compared to traditional organized crime groups. A research agenda on posses is also outlined.
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