Success Stories
- California: Client charged with Disorderly Conduct and Obstruction of justice after being beaten by police – CASE DISMISSED
- Indiana: Client charged with felony theft charge for allegedly stealing from a department store – CHARGES DROPPED
- Virginia: Client charged with being an accessory to shoplifting on a US military base – CHARGES DISMISSED
- Florida: 14 year-old client accused of molesting his 4 year-old adopted sister – CHARGES DISMISSED
EXTORTION
Crimes of extortion including blackmail, bribery, and ransom are generally considered felony crimes and, as such, are often met with severe consequences. Under federal and state laws, extortion carries up to a 20-year prison sentence. Given the severity of the punishment, individuals who have been accused of extortion should always consult with a skilled and seasoned criminal defense attorney.
At Imhoff & Associates, our attorneys have extensive experience handling a wide range of criminal defense cases, including extortion. If you are under investigation for blackmail, bribery or other crime of extortion, let us help you. Please contact ustoday for a FREE consultation.
What is Extortion?
Extortion is a criminal offense marked by the use of threats, coercion, or intimidation to obtain goods or services. Often confused with robbery,which involves the unlawful gain of anothers property through direct force or violence, extortion is characterized by the willingness of the victim to relinquish goods or services to avoid the threatened harm. Bribery, blackmail, and ransom all refer to specific types of extortion.
Extortion and its Penalties
Individuals who are charged with extortion may face serious penalties, including:
- Heavy fines (in some cases, as much as $10,000)
- Prison sentence
- Probation or parole
- Restitution for the victims
- More
How an Attorney Can Help
If youve been charged with extortion, an aggressive legal defense could mean the difference between a lengthy prison sentence and an acquittal. At Imhoff & Associates, our attorneys have experience handling complex extortion cases in and out of the courtroom. We can investigate the charges against you, interview witnesses, and negotiate with prosecutors. Depending on the circumstances of the case, our attorneys may be able to have the charges against you reduced and, in some cases, even dismissed.
Please contact ustoday for a FREE, no-obligation consultation with one of our skilled criminal defense attorneys. We can help you ensure that your legal rights are protected and that you are not excessively or unduly punished.