The Gist of the Modern Offense of ________ Is Obtaining

question 60

Essay

The gist of the modern offense of ________ is obtaining something of value from someone by threatening to expose the victim to some form of injury, embarrassment, or disgrace.

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Definitions:

OTC Markets

Over-the-counter markets refer to decentralized markets where trading occurs directly between two parties without the supervision of an exchange.

Institution-To-Institution Trading

The buying and selling of securities between institutional investors, like pension funds and mutual funds, rather than individual investors.

Brokers

Intermediaries that facilitate buying and selling of securities, commodities, or other financial instruments for a commission.

Proprietorship

A business entity owned and run by one individual where there is no legal distinction between the owner and the business.