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Definition: Maliciously threatening to accuse another person of a crime, or to injure their person, property, or reputation, with intent to extort money or compel them to act against their will. A second-degree felony.
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 836.05 · Source: Florida Legislature
Understanding Extortion (Blackmail) in Florida
Maliciously threatening to accuse another person of a crime, or to injure their person, property, or reputation, with intent to extort money or compel them to act against their will. A second-degree felony.
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