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Extortion (aka blackmail) is a form of intimidation used to gain a benefit of some sort. It could be money or the execution of an act or anything that the perpetrator wants.
In Canada, section 346(1) of the Criminal Code describes extortion as: "without reasonable justification or excuse and with intent to obtain anything, by threats, accusations, menaces or violence induces or attempts to induce any person, whether or not he is the person threatened, accused or menaced or to whom violence is shown, to do anything or cause anything to be done"
Note, threatening to sue someone in order to receive a payment is not considered extortion.
If you feel you're being blackmailed, and you're not sure what to do, speaking with a lawyer would give you an opportunity to understand your situation confidentially due to the attorney-client privilege.
What else can I help you with?
Is blackmail a criminal or a civil offense?
Blackmail is a criminal offense.
What is the purpose of the criminal code in Canada?
there is no purpose, its there for enjoyment :)
What is one postulate from the Criminal Code of Canada?
The Criminal Code of Canada postulates criminal activity and justice in general. One postulate involves that of sentencing. One can find more information about this topic from Wikipedia.
What is the criminal code for prostitution in Canada?
Prostitution per se is not illegal in Canada; soliciting is.
Are slim Jims leagal in Canada?
Slim Jims are indeed illegal in Canada. See section 353 of the criminal code of Canada.
Is it blackmail to say they will stop harassing you for child support if you sign your parental rights over?
Blackmail is a criminal matter, and I doubt that this rises to that level.
What is section 446 of the Canada criminal code act?
Cruelty and/or neglect of animals
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 Criminal code?
The Criminal Code is a law that organizes most of the criminal offences and procedures in Canada. Criminal code contains offences which are recognized in the jurisdiction, penalties which might be imposed for these offences and some general provisions. Criminal Code Offences include several types of crime that contain: Offences against Public Order, Offences against the Administration of Law and Justice, Offences Relating to Currency, Sexual Offences, Public Morals and Disorderly Conduct and more crimes in Canada.
Is blackmail illegal in all states?
Yes, blackmail is illegal in all states. It is considered a criminal offense to threaten someone in order to obtain something of value from them.
What is Criminal Code Offences?
The Criminal Code is a law that organizes most of the criminal offences and procedures in Canada. Criminal code contains offences which are recognized in the jurisdiction, penalties which might be imposed for these offences and some general provisions. Criminal Code Offences include several types of crime that contain: Offences against Public Order, Offences against the Administration of Law and Justice, Offences Relating to Currency, Sexual Offences, Public Morals and Disorderly Conduct and more crimes in Canada.
What do you call people who blackmail?
People who engage in blackmail are commonly referred to as "blackmailers." They typically threaten to reveal damaging information about someone unless their demands, often financial, are met. Blackmail is considered a criminal offense and is a form of extortion.
