What is Austin TX Extortion?
Attaining money or Austin property by threat to a victim’s property or loved ones, intimidation, or false claim of pretending to be of someone else other than you is. It is a felony in all states, except that a straight threat to damage the victim is usually treated as the crime of robbery. Austin Blackmail is a form of Austin extortion in which the threat is to expose and release embarrassing, damaging information to family, friends or the general public.
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Austin Texas Extortion Using Bribery
Bribery is an additional type of extortion. Austin Bribery is the crime of giving money or something of value to influence the conduct of a person in a position of trust. Accepting a bribe also constitutes a crime.
Extortion Using Blackmail in Austin TX
Blackmail is extortion by threatening an additional person's reputation or organization with the disclosure of harmful or secret information that would be damaging to that person if released. The information to be released may be true or false. The disclosure of the information does not have to be criminal nor does the offender actually have to receive money or property for the act to be deemed extortion.
Austin Extortion and its Penalties
Individuals who are charged with extortion may face serious penalties:
Heavy fines (in some cases, as much as $10,000)
Austin Prison sentence
Austin Probation or parole
Restitution for the victims
How Can A Austin Lawyer Help Your Extortion Case in Austin?
If you have been charged with Austin extortion, an aggressive Austin legal defense could mean the difference between a lengthy prison sentence and an acquittal. At Wise Laws, our lawyers have experience handling complicated Austin extortion cases in and out of the courtroom. Wise Law’s affiliated Austin Texas lawyers can look into the charges against you, interview witnesses, and negotiate with prosecutors. Depending on the circumstances of the case, our affiliated Austin extortion attorneys may be able to have the charges against you reduced and, in some cases, even dismissed.
You Must Have ASAP Action
If in fact you are being charged with the crime of extortion or are under investigation for extortion you need strong representation. You need the assistance of an experienced Austin extortion lawyer, such as those affiliated with Wise Laws. Our Austin lawyers are experienced defending all types of Austin TX extortion crimes. Call Us Now 800-270-8184 or use our CONTACT FORM!!!
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