Extortion Lawyer

Being arrested for violating a federal law, or even receiving notification that you are under investigation can be a shocking and frightening experience. A federal extortion charge is a very serious matter--one that can affect your personal and professional relationships and your freedom. When you first realize these charges are imminent, you should immediately contact an experienced extortion lawyer.

Skilled Extortion Attorney

Extortion is defined as obtaining money or something of value from another by force or threatened force, violence, or fear. Extortion often involves threatening someone with exposure of a secret unless they pay the perpetrator to keep quiet. It may also take the form of a perpetrator threatening to assault someone, their family, or their property in an attempt to obtain money or something else of value. A person be charged in federal court if he or she is accused of demanding money through violence or fear, but also if they conceal, receive, or possess proceeds obtained through extortion.

For extortion where the payment demanded is valued at $1,000 or less, the penalty for conviction is up to one year in prison. If the amount exceeds $1,000, a defendant in a federal extortion case faces up to three years in prison if convicted.

Experienced criminal defense lawyer David Benowitz is well qualified to handle even the most challenging federal cases; exploring every option to craft the strongest possible defense against federal criminal charges.

Experienced Extortion Lawyers

All federal crimes are serious crimes. When you are first made aware that you are under investigation, you should contact your attorney. While you may be tempted to "come clean" to investigators, remember that everything you say can later be used against you. It is not only wise to refuse investigators' questions until you have a lawyer present, it is your constitutional right.

Qualified Extortion Attorneys

A federal extortion conviction carries the potential for prison time, but it also carries a heavy stigma. White collar criminal offenses can do significant damage to your personal and professional reputation. People often believe those accused of such offenses to be dishonest, untrustworthy and lacking integrity. Sometimes these consequences of the crime are far more damaging than any potential prison time. David Benowitz and his team of Extortion Attorneys can work aggressively to protect your rights and your good name in the face of accusations of criminal activity. They are dedicated to ensuring a fair trial and making sure that your case is portrayed in the best possible light.

An experienced criminal defense attorney can help minimize the consequences of an extortion charge or conviction. If you are charged with extortion or you know the charge is impending, contact David Benowitz today. We have helped countless people fight federal criminal charges and are poised to help you. Call (202) 600-9900 for more information or a free consultation.

For a greater explanation of extortion laws in Washington DC, you can consult the District of Columbia Official Code.