Purposely obtaining property from another person without consent through wrongful use of force or fear or under the guise of official authority is called __________.

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Extortion is the act of obtaining property from another person through the use of force, fear, or intimidation. It is a form of theft and is often a criminal offense. Examples of extortion include blackmailing someone for money or threatening to harm them or their property if they do not comply with demands.

Purposely Obtaining Property from Another Person Without Consent Through Wrongful