Extortion and Threat Offenses under Kuwaiti Penal Law
Extortion is the act of coercing someone to hand over money, property, or information by using threats, intimidation, or blackmail. It is a serious crime under Articles 252–255 of the Kuwaiti Penal Code.
Forms of Extortion
- Threatening to expose private information unless paid.
- Using power or influence to force financial gain.
- Blackmail using intimate photos or messages.
Criminal Penalties
- Up to 5 years in prison for verbal or written threats.
- 7–10 years if accompanied by violence or weapon use.
How to Respond
- Collect evidence: screenshots, call records, emails.
- Report to cybercrime or criminal investigation departments.
- Engage a lawyer for legal filing and protection orders.
Being threatened or blackmailed?
Attorney Mishari Obaid Al-Anzi can protect your legal rights and pursue justice:
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