Could you explain the root of this notion that the limits of a legal right are determined by the willingness of criminals to assault you for practicing it?
Biker gang is not broke by definition. The debts are expected to be paid after you leave the jail, with interests sometimes and you can collect on them. It can create endless circle of issues for formerly incarcerated people.
That being said, this sounds more like "disordered violence police is unwilling or unable to control" then anything to do with legality or justice. I can steal from your wallet, not be caught and it will amount to the same thing.