• Being blackmailed by a lady

I am being black mailed by lady who befriended me, acoompanied me to a hotel, took a selfie photograph while I was sleeping and she was scantily dressed
Asked 1 year ago in Criminal Law
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19 Answers

Report the matter to police. 

Siddharth Srivastava
Advocate, Delhi
1415 Answers

No need to bow down to pressure tactics 

 

2) she had consensual sex with you 

 

3) don’t make any payments 

Ajay Sethi
Advocate, Mumbai
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7851 Consultations

Looks like she's now trying to frame you. Do your independent research to find out if she's part of a gang, because these kinds of incidents are on the rise. If not try to find out if she has previously duped innocents like you. Once you have a little material/proof with you, report her to Police. Till then, keep ignoring her. 

 

 

Vibhanshu Srivastava
Advocate, Lucknow
9670 Answers
310 Consultations

Hello,

This is routine practice in this area.

1. Try to collect some evidence of blackmailing in form of call recordings or otherwise and then make a complaint to the police.

2. Go to the police, make a complaint and let the police laid a trap to catch blackmailer.

First solution is recommended so that you dont overly dependent on police to prove things.

Thanks,

Jagvir Singh Sorout
Advocate, Hodal, Haryana
11 Answers

You allowed her to accompany you till inside the hotel room and you say that she took selfie when you were asleep.

The police may not believe your tale even if you approach them with a criminal complaint.

Hence you may have to change the story in a different manner to lodge a criminal complaint against her this blackmail act.

 

T Kalaiselvan
Advocate, Vellore
87429 Answers
2348 Consultations

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Prashant Nayak
Advocate, Mumbai
32660 Answers
207 Consultations

- Supreme court declared that , when  a man and a woman in love live together , is part of the right to life and not a criminal offence, and further live-in relationships is legal in India.

- Further,Supreme Court has held that rape charge cannot be invoked in case of consensual sex between iive-in partners

- Since, the said lady is black mailing you in the garb of said selfie , hence her such act is against the law.

- You can lodge a complaint/information with police for your safety against her for extortion under section 384 of IPC, and for threatening to implicate in false cases.

Mohammed Shahzad
Advocate, Delhi
14641 Answers
224 Consultations

presuming she is not minor,

 

1. You should report the matter to the police.

2. you can trap her red handed while taking money from you with the help of the police.

3. first of all talk to your family and take them in confidence and then approach the police. 

Suneel Moudgil
Advocate, Panipat
2382 Answers
6 Consultations

Record the threats 

 

file police complaint against lady for extortion under section 384 of IPC 

Ajay Sethi
Advocate, Mumbai
97230 Answers
7851 Consultations

Getting afraid would not solve your problem and this fear will subject you to get black mailed. So have courage and report the matter to police.  Sometime attack is best defense. 

Siddharth Srivastava
Advocate, Delhi
1415 Answers

Blackmailing is a form of extortion in which a person threatens to reveal or publicize some information that is damaging or embarrassing to another person, unless the latter complies with certain demands, such as money, sexual favors, or other benefits. Blackmailing is a criminal offense in India, punishable under sections 383 to 389 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860. The punishment for blackmailing can be imprisonment for up to three years, or fine, or both.

Some of the steps that you can take to deal with blackmailing are as follows:

  • Do not panic or give in to the blackmailer’s demands. Paying the blackmailer may not stop him or her from asking for more money or favors, or from releasing the information anyway. It may also encourage him or her to target more victims.
  • Do not delete or destroy any evidence of the blackmailing, such as messages, emails, photos, videos, etc. Preserve them as proof of the crime and the identity of the blackmailer.
  • Report the blackmailer to the local police and file a complaint under sections 384 (extortion) and 506 (criminal intimidation) of the IPC. You can also file a complaint online at www.cybercrime.gov.in if the blackmailing is done through electronic means. Provide all the details and evidence of the blackmailing to the police and cooperate with their investigation.

 

Muraleedharan R
Advocate, Trivandrum
373 Answers
2 Consultations

Dear Client
Contact the Police: If you believe you are a victim of blackmail or extortion, you should contact your local police station to report the incident. Provide them with all the details, including any evidence you may have, such as messages, photographs, or other relevant documents.

Collect Evidence: To strengthen your case, gather any evidence you have that shows the blackmail or extortion attempts. This could include text messages, emails, or any other communication that demonstrates the threats or demands.

Seek Legal Counsel: Consult with a lawyer who specializes in criminal law as soon as possible. They can advise you on the best course of action, help you understand your rights, and guide you through the legal process.

Refrain from Negotiating: Avoid engaging with the blackmailer or giving in to their demands. Continuing communication with them might not only worsen the situation but also be used against you.

File a Complaint: Work with your lawyer to draft a formal complaint to be submitted to the police. Ensure it includes all the relevant information and evidence.

Protection Order: If you feel that your safety is at risk, you can consider requesting a protection order or restraining order against the blackmailer. Your lawyer can help you with this process.

Maintain Records: Keep a record of all interactions with the blackmailer, including dates, times, and details of conversations. This documentation can be crucial as evidence.

Cooperate with the Investigation: If the police decide to investigate the matter, cooperate fully with them. Provide any additional information or evidence they may request.

Privacy Measures: Review your online presence and privacy settings on social media platforms to prevent further information from being used against you.

Stay Informed: Be aware of the relevant laws and legal procedures related to blackmail and extortion in your jurisdiction. Your lawyer can keep you informed about the progress of your case.

Anik Miu
Advocate, Bangalore
10285 Answers
121 Consultations

There is no reason for you to get frightened unless you have committed any offence or wrong thing.

What is that preventing you from lodging a a criminal complaint agaisnt her for such offences?

 

T Kalaiselvan
Advocate, Vellore
87429 Answers
2348 Consultations

 

1. you can file a written complaint against her under sec 503 IPC

2. you should take anticipatory bail if you suspect she can file fake case against you.

 

 

Neyha Chaudhary
Advocate, Gurgaon
9 Answers

You do not have to be afraid. If you are being blackmailed, and you feel you were trapped and cheated, go to Police.

Vibhanshu Srivastava
Advocate, Lucknow
9670 Answers
310 Consultations

File police complaint.

Yogendra Singh Rajawat
Advocate, Jaipur
23004 Answers
31 Consultations

Do as aforesaid 

Prashant Nayak
Advocate, Mumbai
32660 Answers
207 Consultations

- You should not attend her call or messages 

- Nowadays , many girls are doing such type of business to earn money , and hence you can avoid to receive her call , and don't pay any amount to her . 

- Further, if she is engaged in such activity , then she cannot lodge a complaint against you , otherwise she will also trap by the police . 

Mohammed Shahzad
Advocate, Delhi
14641 Answers
224 Consultations

Kindly file police complaint her against black mailing on false sexual harassment ground, by mutual consent she came with you in the hotel.

 

First let her ask money from you against those clips or photos keep evidence of that call etc.

Ganesh Kadam
Advocate, Pune
12995 Answers
262 Consultations

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