Blackmail is similar to extortion; they have slightly different meanings however.
Another name for blackmail is extortion. It involves threatening to reveal information about someone unless that person meets certain demands.
threat, intimidation, ransom, extortion, coerce, dragoon
it is a form of extortion, so yes.
# 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.
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.
Blackmail or Extortion
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.
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.
Blackmail or Extortion is a criminal offense. Report it to your local law enforcement agency.
I believe it is just blackmail money. The act is called blackmail or extortion, and is illegal especially if paired with a specific threat.
Individuals involved in sex extortion could face serious legal consequences, including charges of extortion, blackmail, harassment, and potentially even sexual assault or exploitation. These crimes can result in criminal charges, fines, and imprisonment, as well as long-term consequences such as a criminal record and damage to personal and professional reputation. It is important to understand that engaging in sex extortion is illegal and can have severe repercussions.