Grand Larceny by Extortion Lawyers.
Accused of grand larceny by extortion in New York? Learn how NY Penal Law defines larceny by extortion, felony classifications, penalties, and defenses. Discover sentencing guidelines for Class E, D, C, and B felonies, and why experienced criminal attorneys are essential for fighting grand larceny by extortion charges in New York.
What is grand larceny by extortion? The meaning is straightforward: taking property by threat rather than by stealth. In many states extortion and larceny are separate crimes, but grand larceny in New York State folds extortion into the larceny statute as one of the ways the taking can happen. Extortion involves coercion. The general definition of extortion is the act of taking money, services or property from the rightful owner by use of force, violence or threats.
The general definition for larceny is the intentional act of taking property from the rightful owner without permission. In addition to taking the property, the person accused of the crime has no intention of giving the property back to the owner.
In New York, the two crimes can be combined to create a type of theft crime. The crime is called larceny by extortion. If you are accused of larceny by extortion, contact a criminal lawyer immediately for assistance fighting the charge.
What is Larceny by Extortion?
Larceny by extortion is using force, threats or violence to take property from an owner without permission and with the intent to deprive them of the property. This means that you are accused of using threats, intimidation or violence to obtain property from someone and keep it. You wouldn't have received the property if you hadn't used some form of coercion.
You were Charged with Grand Larceny by Extortion
All larceny charges are based on the dollar value of the stolen property. This means that you could be charged with a misdemeanor or felony depending on the cost of the property allegedly taken. Grand larceny by extortion is a felony.
Grand larceny by extortion is a felony charge. It is defined as using coercion to take property valued at more than $1,000 without the intention of returning it to the owner. The coercion is force, threat of violence or actual violence.
Grand Larceny by Extortion is Separated into Classes
The charge is further separated into classes by the dollar value of the alleged stolen property. There are four classes:
- Class E involves taking property valued from $1,000 to $3,000.
- Class D involves taking property valued from $3,000 to $50,000.
- Class C involves taking property valued from $50,000 to $1 million.
- Class B involves taking property valued at more than $1 million.
For example, you allegedly threaten a victim to give you $3,000 or you'd tell of their affair. You would be charged at Class D. Your penalty for a Class D felony would be different than for a lower class.
Punishment for Grand Larceny by Extortion
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