Blackmail

Blackmail Defense Attorney In Miami

Accused Of Extortion? I Can Help You Defend Against Your Charges

Officially referred to as “extortion,” blackmail is a serious crime with severe possible penalties. Allegations and a conviction for this offense can not only damage your reputation in the community, but it may mean serving longer than a decade behind bars and paying thousands in fines. If you are accused of blackmail, immediately seek assistance from an attorney who can help.

My law firm, Jonathan Blecher, P.A., can provide the experienced legal representation you need to fight extortion charges. There’s a lot on the line when you’re facing years in prison, but that’s precisely why you should seek competent counsel that can dedicate time and resources to your defense. By choosing to work with a blackmail defense attorney in Miami, you’re choosing personalized legal representation that can make a difference in your case.

For more information and to schedule a free case evaluation, contact me online or call (786) 977-9355 now.

What Is Considered Blackmail Or Extortion?

As we previously mentioned, blackmail is often the same thing as extortion. Under Florida law, extortion often involves making some sort of threat with the intent to extort money or gain a financial advantage, or to compel someone to do or not do something against their will.

Extortion can involve threats such as the following:

To injure someone
To damage property or someone’s reputation
To accuse someone of a crime
To expose a secret
To expose a disgrace
To expose an extramarital affair

If you are accused of making a threat like one of these in an attempt to extort money or action out of someone else, you need a blackmail defense attorney in Miami to help you avoid the potentially severe consequences of a conviction.

What Are The Penalties For Blackmail In Florida?

Extortion is a serious crime in Florida. Classified as a second-degree felony, those who are convicted can face sentences of up to 15 years in prison, 15 years of probation, and fines of up to $10,000.

There is no mandatory minimum sentencing requirement for extortion, so it may be possible to avoid incarceration if conviction is unavoidable. I am a skilled blackmail defense attorney, and I may be able to help you secure a favorable sentence like this if a conviction in your case is likely.

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Contact Me For A Free Case Evaluation

If you are charged with blackmail, immediately seek legal counsel to help you with your defense. I have more than 40 years of experience helping people like you fight the charges against them, leading many to favorable outcomes. If you’d like to learn more about the legal representation I can offer, I encourage you to request a free case evaluation.

Get in touch with my firm online or call (786) 977-9355 today to get started.

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