Sexual extortion, often called sextortion, could technically involve all types of exploitation, but the acts covered by California law involve blackmailing someone by threatening to release their nude or otherwise sexually explicit images or videos. It doesn’t matter if the blackmail is an attempt to extort money, sexual favors or an other type of property, […]
Is Bullying a Crime? It Depends on the Circumstances
There have been a lot of efforts to reduce bullying over the last few decades, with more teens facing serious consequences for doing what was once considered simply hazing or typical schoolhouse fun. But even today, most forms of bullying, while problematic, are still not a crime. That being said, there are many activities that […]
What Charges can You Face for Ransomware in California?
Ransomware has been in the news a lot lately since hackers managed to shut down the East Coasts’ Colonial Pipeline. But while this may be the biggest national news story on ransomware, this has been an increasingly common problem across the globe over the last decade. In fact, California addressed the problem back in 2017 […]
The Very Unrighteous Crimes of the Righteous Gemstones
Danny McBride is known for making over-the-top characters that are incredibly flawed and yet still somehow sympathetic. He’s also well versed at showing how easy it is for one crime to escalate into more and more major criminal acts, particularly in his new show, The Righteous Gemstones. Here are some of the many, many crimes […]
Fighting Charges Related to Extortion and Blackmail Laws in California
Blackmail, which is covered by California’s extortion laws, is a serious crime that can result in major penalties. If you have been accused of blackmailing someone, it is critical you contact an extortion lawyer in San Diego as soon as possible to help you fight the charges. Remember that anything you say to police could […]
