The DeCavalcante Crime Family is an Italian-American organized crime group based in New Jersey. It is part of the larger network of the American Mafia and was founded in the 1910s. The family is known for its involvement in various illegal activities, including extortion, racketeering, and drug trafficking. The DeCavalcante family gained notoriety in the 1970s and 1980s, particularly due to its connections with other crime families, such as the Genovese and Gambino families. The family's influence has waned in recent years due to law enforcement efforts and internal conflicts, but it remains a notable part of organized crime history in the United States.