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Can u be arrested for stealing from a business while u are reporting to police that you are a victim of extortion?

Asked over 2 years ago - Seattle, WA

An individual needs to be protected from extortion threats of murder to self and family. Same individual stole company money to pay extortion, but the money didnt get to the extorters yet. While telling police the extortion, details, can they be arrested for stealing? The company hasnt reported the theft to police and may not as long as the theft is being rectified.

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Howard Woodley Bailey

Reputation Level 19

Answered over 2 years ago. Criminal Defense Attorney in Newark, NJ.

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Could you be charged, Yes. On the other hand, the situation you describe may fit within the requirements of the defense of duress. Consult directly with a lawyer licensed to practice law in WA as soon as possible to get advice under the protection of the atty-client privilege, and to discuss the extortion issues in context with the duress. Good luck.

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Edward Jerome Blum

Reputation Level 16

Answered over 2 years ago. Criminal Defense Attorney in Los Angeles, CA.

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Yes. Whether you can be convicted or even will be prosecuted is the real question and the answer to that depends on the victim and the prosecutor.

Edward J. Blum

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