In California, the crime commonly called “blackmail” is officially known as
(a) robbery.
(b) extortion.
(c) theft by false pretenses.
(d) criminal threats.
(b) extortion.
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What will be an ideal response?
A grand jury hearing is open to the public.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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