Blackmail is the act of threatening someone to try and force them so do something. It is a kind of fraud offence and this means it can result in imprisonment.   

A ‘threat’ can be a lot of different things and people interpret this term differently. This is why it is important to seek legal advice if you have been charged with a blackmail offence. Craig Caldicott Lawyers will make sure we understand the whole situation so we can take to best approach to protection you. Our almost combined 60 years of criminal law experience means we are no strangers to conflicting stories and misinterpretations. We will look at the situation from all angles and our priorities will lie with you and clarifying your story.