Results for: Extortion
In Law & Legal Issues

Extortion in a business?

YES, extortion can and will happen in any business of modern society. Extortion happens when information or property in obtained by violence, threat to harm reputation, or by… (MORE)
In Definitions

What does extort mean?

It refers to the appropriation of someone else's property (money or other material) through the use of threats or violence. According to the Oxford Guide "American Law," extor… (MORE)
In Debt Responsibility

What is extortion?

"criminal offense which occurs when a person unlawfully obtains either money, property or services from a person(s), entity, or institution, through coercion." - Wiki
In Example Sentences

What is a sentence for extortion?

The mobsters were found guilty of money laundering and extortion. If you are talking about the penalty, it is usually 1 year in prison but could differ depending on the exte… (MORE)
In Sentence and Word Structure

What is a sentence for extort?

I can give you several sentences. . People who extort money or services by force are breaking the law. . The mob will extort part of your profits if you open a store in th… (MORE)
In Uncategorized

What is an example of extortion?

An example of extortion would be when criminal robs a bank by giving a banker a threatening note. The criminal used the tactic of fear to coerce the banker in giving him the m… (MORE)
In Corruption (Political or Economic)

Is extortion bribery?

No... they are in some way kind of opposites... Extortion is that a threat of some kinda has been made, and unless some sort of payment is made. The threat will be carried… (MORE)