In the linked article here it describes how terrorism is used as the vehicle for domestic spying, mainly on drug distribution. Later to be used on those suspected of being a lone wolf.
http://www.wired.com/threatlevel/2011/10/patriot-act-turns-ten/
I amazed by anyone who thinks to become even the lowest level drug dealer. A kingpin might enjoy a high roller lifestyle for a short time, but he is destined to do 30 years in prison.
No crime pays these days. Privacy is dead. We are on lock down.