Disposition Authorities for Individual Classifications for Headquarters Case File. Part B: Classification 179. Extortionate Credit Transactions.

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Disposition Authorities for Individual Classifications for Headquarters Case File. Part B: Classification 179. Extortionate Credit Transactions.

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This classification was established June 4, 1968, for cases involving investigations for violations of the 1968 Consumer Credit Protection Act (also known as the "Truth in Lending Bill, " 18 USC 891-896), which prohibits extortionate extensions of credit. Subject to investigation and prosecution under the act are those persons making, collecting, or financing the extortionate extensions of credit. Most cases relate to shylocking activities and loansharking operations, both referred to as the "juice racket."

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