Criminal Definition of Extortion - Penal Code 518 PC
The crime of extortion, as defined under California Penal Code 518 PC, is a serious offense. It involves someone attempting to use information or a threat against another person to extort money or goods or to coerce the person into doing something they want.
Extortion can take different forms. You'll know when you see it because someone is trying to gain an advantage over another person—trying to get the person to do something, give them something, or pay them something in exchange for something else. Maybe they possess some information about that person. Perhaps they have one of their loved ones.
There are all sorts of different forms of extortion. Some are more sinister than others. Some are going to command a harsher penalty than others.
The bottom line, though, is that if you have an extortion case, you want to get somebody who has handled these types of cases before, knows how to defend them, knows how to negotiate them, and understands what criminal extortion is versus some civil dispute that has nothing to do with extortion.
I see this a lot of times: people claiming they are being extorted because they're in a dispute with another person over money, goods, or something else. To take advantage of that civil dispute, they're now going to get the police involved and claim that they're being extorted somehow.
Developing a Legal Defense Strategy
So, if someone attempts to claim that you extorted them and did not, we need to get your version of events across. We need to be able to tell your story effectively and get that to the prosecutors before or after they make their filing decision, depending on the timing of everything.
But make no mistake, extortion is a serious crime. If the prosecutors can prove it, they'll often seek a prison sentence. This underscores the importance of having a skilled defense attorney who can counter their claims, present your side of the story effectively, and devise a strategic defense plan that is tailored to your unique circumstances. Remember, not all extortion cases are the same, and the consequences can vary.
Every extortion case is unique and should be treated as such. Your defense strategy will be tailored to fit your specific circumstances, including your life, job, career, and family. If you're facing an extortion matter, rest assured that we understand the uniqueness of your situation and are here to help.
Make the call today so we can start moving in the right direction, taking into account all the unique aspects of your case. Remember, you're not alone in this, and we're here to provide the support and guidance you need.
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