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Is sextortion an assault?
As used to describe an abuse of power, sextortion is a form of corruption in which people entrusted with power – such as government officials, judges, educators, law enforcement personnel, and employers – seek to extort sexual favors in exchange for something within their authority to grant or withhold.
What to do if someone is threatening you?
Get help if you’re being threatened in the U.S.
- 1) Call the police: 911.
- 2) While you are still on the phone with the police, text a friend or relative.
- 3) Try to stay calm.
- 4) Remember, people who are being racist or violent are not rational.
- 5) If you speak English, speak in English to those around you.
What do I do if Ive been Sextorted?
If you are in the United States, you can report sextortion crimes to your local law enforcement office and the FBI. If you believe you are a victim of sextortion, contact the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
Can I report someone for threatening me?
Irrespective of the medium of the threat, if you believe the threat is real, serious, and/or the person threatening you has the ability to carry out the threat, you can call the police to report the threat. If you are unsure about the credibility of the threat, you can still report it to the police.
How do I report a threat?
Report Threats and Federal Crimes
- Fill out our Online Tips and Public Leads form at tips.fbi.gov.
- Call 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324)
- Contact your local field office or closest international office.
Can the police help with sextortion?
Report sextortion. You can also call the police. Some victims told us that police resolved the situation, but you should know that if police get involved, you could face some consequences too.
What is sextortion law?
“Sextortion, as defined by the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ), is the abuse of power to obtain a sexual benefit or advantage. Moreover, lawyers may refuse to represent the victims of judges for similar reasons, fearing it may adversely affect their practice of law before the courts.