Richard Bell, an Organized Crime Boss and Casino Owner, Has

Richard Bell, an organized crime boss and casino owner, has made a lot of money with his illegal drug operations and illegal gambling. He stashes away most of this drug money in personal lockers. In order to make it look like he earned it legitimately, Richard hired crooks to take the drug money and spend it in Richard's casinos in discreet amounts. The crooks are supposed to lose the money on purpose so that the casino can claim this as winnings. The crooks are then paid a small amount for their services. What crime is Richard committing in converting his drug money to alleged legal money?

A) misappropriation
B) embezzlement
C) money laundering
D) extortion