In addition to the numerous fraud offences that are standardised and punishable under German law, extortion under Section 253 of the German Criminal Code (StGB) is another property offence that can take place in the anonymity of virtual spaces and in the real world. It can impact those affected on a private and business level. If the perpetrator is in possession of information or sensitive data that should not be accessible to the public, the realisation of this property offence can have reputationally damaging consequences. In the case of companies, this can mean enormous financial losses.
The German law firm Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte offers skilled and committed legal assistance to provide our clients with the support they need. Our German criminal defence lawyers have the necessary expertise and many years of experience in dealing with law enforcement authorities to strengthen your legal position and achieve the best possible result. Whether you are threatened with the publication of sensitive data or have already had compromising information or files leaked – as a full-service law firm, we stand firmly by your side. We are ready to protect your rights and interests.
