Extortion is punishable by law

[Starmix]

Indeed, extortion is punishable by law. It is considered a criminal offense in a certain country. Extortion involves obtaining money, property, or something else of value from another person through coercion, force, threats, or under the color of official right. The key element is using wrongful means to compel someone to give up something or a value against their will.

The following are the punishments:

• Severity of penalties;
• Factors influencing punishment, and
• Potential penalties.

The penalties for extortion can vary widely depending on the jurisdiction and the specifics of the crime. Regarding the factors influencing punishment, it depends on what has been extorted and its value, and whether violence was involved. Ig can influence the severity of the punishment.

Its penalties include imprisonment, fines, restitution, and forfeiture of office.

 

[eLdavis]

Extortion is a crime, no matter how it is done, it is a crime. There are so many people out there going through this.

 

[Starmix]

Indeed, there are many people doing this to the weak easy for them to threat. The usual people doing this are police, military, all those in the higher offices even the school supervisors and school superintendents.

 

[King Belieal]

Extortion is punishable especially when it thrives because one has some sort of unfair advantage over the victim.

 

[Starmix]

Once the culprits extorting money to the victim's get caught they will melt in shame, Karma is digital. They may be happy doing the unlawful act but they forgot it's a temporary feeling of happiness for a lifetime torture in prison to serve their crimes.

 

[Augusta]

Yes, extortion is a serious crime and is punishable by law in virtually all jurisdictions worldwide, including Nigeria my country

 

[Starmix]

Extortion happens anywhere in the world. It's done by powerful authorities to the weak who cannot fight back. However, not all victims of extortion can keep silent. They will refer the matter to media.