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What is another word for blackmail?
Blackmail is similar to extortion; they have slightly different meanings however.
What is another name for blackmail?
Another name for blackmail is extortion. It involves threatening to reveal information about someone unless that person meets certain demands.
What are synonyms for blackmail?
threat, intimidation, ransom, extortion, coerce, dragoon
Is blackmail a felony in Michigan?
it is a form of extortion, so yes.
What are the punishments for extortion?
# i am the target and victim of criminal extortion and blackmail attempts.how do i respond? there is a police collusion with the criminal perpetrators. how do i handle it.
What is the punishment for blackmail in the philippines?
Blackmail falls under the crime of extortion in the Philippines. The court system varies on what they consider to be blackmail and the punishment varies depending on the severity of the case.
What is the crime where one demands money to a victim hiding a secret?
Blackmail or Extortion
What is the California Code Section for blackmail?
In California the applicable statute is known as the California Extortion and Blackmail Law. It is covered in California Penal Code 518-527. Under California law, extortion or blackmail are graded as felonies and are punishable by up to four years in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000.
What is the punishment by law for blackmail?
Its a form of extortion which is a crime, months back someone tried to blackmail David Letterman. Instead of paying Letterman went public and to the police and the guy went to jail for his scheme.
What do you do if a worker blackmails you?
Blackmail or Extortion is a criminal offense. Report it to your local law enforcement agency.
What do you call the money got from a person under threat of telling his friends of some wrong he has done?
I believe it is just blackmail money. The act is called blackmail or extortion, and is illegal especially if paired with a specific threat.
What are the punishment for blackmail?
Blackmail falls under the heading of Extortion, and it is a felony. Punishment can depend on the state, the severity of the crime, and any mitigating factors. Possible punishments include prison, fines, probation and restitution for the victims. If Extortion is charged under federal law, the penalty can run between a prison term that is less than twenty years and/or full restitution.
