"Extortion charges" refers to the legal accusation against someone for using threats or force to obtain money, property, or favors from someone else against their will. Full definition
An indictment levels conspiracy and extortion charges against Dean Skelos, 67, and his son, Adam, 32. (newyork.cbslocal.com)
The former philandering lawmaker's alleged blackmailer was arraigned at Manhattan Criminal Court on extortion charges Tuesday afternoon and ordered held on $ 1 million bail. (nydailynews.com)
In 1999, he pled likewise to related extortion charges in federal court. (qtng.dreamhosters.com)