The Most Widely Distributed Energy Signature
Because his is the most widely distributed energetic signature of all time, many criminals, especially Terran ones, attempt to use the perceptions of Apollo Atreides, as a means to access the attention of observing technology. Furthermore, by claiming close proximity, or apparent acceptance by the Atreides, criminals claim their commands should be heeded for legal, and not simply criminal reasons.
See: Apollo Atreides