Determinants of extortion compliance: Empirical evidence from a victimization survey

Abstract This article focuses on the situational-, victim- and area-level determinants of extortion compliance. Extortion, a quintessential organized crime, is one most common crimes in Mexico. However, compliance with demands relatively rare. Previous research suggests that depends perceived risk punishment for non-compliance. has been theoretical or experimental. The offers empirical evidence patterns based data from large commercial victimization survey conducted Findings suggest situational factors (extortion type, presence weapons number offenders) are main Victim- variables have comparatively smaller effects. Implications practice discussed.