Extortion, outwresting, or exaction is a criminal offense which occurs when a person unlawfully obtains either money, property or services from a person, entity, or institution, through coercion. Refraining from doing harm is sometimes euphemistically called protection. Extortion is commonly practiced by organized crime groups. The actual obtainment of money or property isn't required to commit the offense. Making a threat of violence or a lawsuit which refers to a requirement of a payment of m… (More on Extortion)