Los Angeles Extortion Defense Attorney

Forms of Extortion

Extortion is broken down into three main forms per California law. Using threats or force to compel another to give up money or property is one of these. Another is using the same methods to compel a public officer to corruptly perform a specific official act. Extortion can also consist of a public official compelling another to give over something of value by acting with apparent official right, though false.

Extortion is often referred to as blackmail. However, there are slight but distinct differences between the two and they don't necessarily both apply to the same act. Extortion is usually charged as a felony and can result in prison time and large fines. A competent Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer should be retained to offer legal counsel and act in your defense if you have been charged with such a crime.

Defending Extortion Cases in Los Angeles

At Martinian & Associates, we take a thorough and aggressive approach to defending you against bribery charges. The prosecution must prove that you attempted to obtain property or an official act from another and that you did so by way of wrongful force or fear. We take up each part of this and review the prosecution's evidence and all the data to hand. We are very experienced at identifying weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence or case. These findings can often materially affect the charges themselves or the verdict. We also have the competence and familiarity with which to conduct relevant investigation and build a compelling defense. Your rights and freedom are important to us and we will do all we can to protect you and your future.

Contact a Los Angeles extortion defense attorney for legal assistance and representation if you are facing charges or being investigated for extortion.