A slang term often used to refer to a form of extortion where one is forced to pay for the right to operate or live in a certain area. The term literally translates to 'right of floor' or 'floor duty', but in context it's usually understood as 'protection money' or 'tribute'.
Examples
- Spanish: El dueño de la tienda tiene que pagar derecho de piso al grupo criminal para que le permitan operar en paz.
- English: The shop owner has to pay 'derecho de piso' to the criminal group so they allow him to operate in peace.