Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
Would an email demanding payment for use of a name under the false pretense that they own the trademark be considered extortion?
Asked on 4/10/11, 10:59 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
No. There is no threat of force.
California's extortion laws are set forth in Penal Code sections 518 to 527. Penal Code section 518 defines extortion as: 1) using threats or force to compel another to give you money or other property; 2) using force or threats to compel a public officer to perform some act; or 3) being a public official and using the color of authority to compel another to give you money or property.
Answered on 4/10/11, 1:04 pm
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