Which common law crime punished the unlawful collection of money by a government official but was expanded to include private individuals?

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The common law crime that punished the unlawful collection of money by a government official was known as extortion. However, over time, the definition of extortion was expanded to include private individuals who engage in similar behavior, such as threatening or using force to obtain money or property from others.

Which Common Law Crime Punished the Unlawful Collection of Money