PC §302(A) - AGGRAVATED EXTORTION
CLASS B MISDEMEANOR
(a) Definition
Aggravated extortion is the act of unlawfully obtaining money, property, services, or other valuables from another person through coercion, threats, intimidation, or undue influence, accompanied by aggravating factors such as threats of serious bodily harm, death, or other severe consequences.
(b) Elements of the Offense
The following elements must be met to constitute aggravated extortion:
Making threats or using force or intimidation against another person.
Demanding money, property, services, or other valuables from the person as a result of these threats or actions.
The threats include threats of serious bodily harm, death, or other severe consequences.
Enhanced Penalties
(a) If the aggravated extortion results in severe bodily harm, death, or other significant consequences to the victim or their property, the court may impose enhanced penalties, including increased fines or extended imprisonment.
(c) Defenses
(a) It shall be a defense to a charge of aggravated extortion if the defendant can prove that the demands made were lawful or made under legitimate circumstances, such as in the course of a contractual agreement.
(b) Entrapment may also serve as a defense if the defendant can prove that they were induced or coerced into committing the act of aggravated extortion by law enforcement or another individual.
Penalties
Penalties for assault charges can vary widely depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances of the offense. They may include:
JAIL TIME
80 SECONDS OF JAIL TIME.
BOND SET
$8,000.00
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