Official Text
“Whoever commits extortion by putting any person in fear of an accusation against that person or any other person of having committed, or attempted to commit, an offence.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Committing extortion.
- By putting person in fear.
- Fear of accusation of offence.
Potential Defenses:
- No extortion.
- No fear of accusation.
- Lawful purpose.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Blackmailing with criminal accusations, threatening to report crimes for money, extorting by fear of prosecution.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Lawful reporting, legitimate demands, or authorized actions.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 7 years, and Fine