### Question
How is the "scheme in commerce" defined?


### Answer
The term **scheme in commerce** is defined in *18 U.S.C. § 224* as follows -

> any scheme effectuated in whole or in part through the use in interstate or foreign commerce of any facility for transportation or communication

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 224*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 11-BRIBERY, GRAFT, AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST**

