| Overview |
| Written by Tim Higgins | |
| Wednesday, 14 May 2008 | |
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Mentality and Philosophy
1. The “All for One, One for All” philosophy poses a significant threat; members demand participation in assault behavior by all members who are present. The one-on-one fight of the past now becomes a full disturbance. 2. “Code of Conduct” terminologies include: - “I will not let my brother fall to a knee.” - “All is all.” - “All is well.” 3. Incidents often occur over trivial matters that are viewed as disrespectful by rival members. - Striking through a rival’s graffiti or painting it upside down. - Drinking from a plastic cup belonging to a rival gang member. - Showing a rival’s hand signs upside down or crossing out a rival’s hand signs with another finger - Breaking a rival’s symbols. Rules and codes of conduct such as those mentioned above must be strictly followed. Those members who choose not to participate in a gang activity are subject to disciplinary action or “violations.” Violations can range from a beating, by fellow gang members for a given period of time, to death. Violation orders are often written out and signed by ranking members. Violence associated with these groups is often disciplinary in nature. |