If someone tries to black mail someone its illegal right? Meaning criminal court and jail time for blackmailer

Renaissance Man

Yes

texasstar999

yes and also he is 500% more likely to burn in hell for his frolics!

tonalc1

If the person was convicted of attempted blackmail, then yes, it means criminal court and possible jail time.

In a civil case, the jury is only required to determine whether or not these alleged prior bad acts occurred by a preponderance of the evidence - roughly, more likely than not. This standard typically applies in civil, not criminal cases - and, obviously, is far below the usual "beyond a reasonable doubt" standard required in every criminal trial.

Paulus

Blackmail is a federal crime. After the person is tried in a federal court, the state would certainly have a crack at them.

pinkreb004

yes blackmailing and extortion is illegal.

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blackmailing is illegal, yes

Learning Conformity

Yes. Talk to your lawyer or the DA about this, and give them all of your supporting evidence.

zeb6219

Blackmail is a criminal offense. If you want leverage, and you can provide irrefutable proof of this crime, take it to the district attorney, and press charges.

Kate N

Yes, blackmail is illegal. Someone would have to report the black mail for them to be charged. It couldn't be used if it's just your word against the other person.
But if they were charged and prosecuted then I am sure it would make their word less credible.

Barry C

IANAL, but I am sure there is ample case law regarding what is and what is not blackmail, the crime, and what constitutes proof beyond a reasonable doubt.

You have a lot of work ahead of you.

stecutter2007

yes its illegal, but can you prove it ?

dancinaround123

yes.. this is illegal..

Yes, blackmail is illegal.

Blackmailers go to jail if caught!

Txlady

Yes to both questions.

claudiacake

I am pretty sure most judges would consider attempted blackmail as a discrediting factor in testimony.

Phoenix Princess of Darkness

Yes, it is illegal.

Yes, past criminal charges can be used as evidence if they are relevant to the current case.

Yes, any criminal charge significantly diminishes one's credibility.

Song bird

It would depend on what the bargaining chip is. Does it involve money or cheating on a diet?
Also, does it pertain to this particular case? Judges aren't interested in old news.

raf.torr

idk but u should know
u sound like a lawyer

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