Every person has a weak place, and such a "pedal of control" is looking for his benefit extortioner. Blackmail is a real psychological terror, for which the law provides for real punishment. But, even with all the protection of citizens by law, anyone can become a victim of it, because in the world wide web, blackmailers and hackers are very skillful.
Blackmail - what is it?
Blackmail is a criminal offense connected with the threat of disclosing compromising facts (information, photos, video, audio) for the purpose of making money or getting the desired services, concessions. Blackmail is a great way to manipulate people, and every one of us can become a victim of blackmail
Psychology of blackmail
To be well prepared to meet with scams, and know what to do with blackmail, you should first understand the psychology of this phenomenon. Power over the victim! This is the whole effect of extortion, so the threat of blackmail is the main lever of pressure, which allows you to drive the victim into a corner and subjugate yourself, forcing you to carry out orders for your own good. In the main, blackmailers do not stop, they get what they want, and they continue to oppress a person, demand fulfillment of their desires and enrich themselves at his expense and further.
Emotional blackmail
One of the forms of household manipulation is energy-vampirism and emotional blackmail, which boils down to only one thing - to obtain what is desired by any means. In most families there are such relatives. From their mouths fly threats, reproaches, pursuing one goal. And for such "persuasion" almost everyone gives in, not suspecting that they themselves elevate themselves to the rank of victim of blackmail.
There are three types of emotional tormentors:
- "Tyrant" demands unconditional submission. Acts harshly, in achieving his goal stubborn, energetic, not giving the victim the slightest chance of refusal. Rough handling of threats: "Try not to do it ..." or "I warn you for the last time ...", lead the victim into a state of emotional oppression and depression.
- "Sufferer" . This type of blackmailers is the exact opposite of the first. Deliberate weakness, soreness, depression leads the indifferent relatives to go about them. Often, dreary speech ends with statements about a serious illness or a desire to die, a planned suicide or the phrase "no one loves me, does not understand, I do not care about everyone" in order to fulfill the requirements of an energy vampire .
- "Guilty without guilt" . Such blackmailers are subtle psychologists who are able to inspire their victim with the idea of some kind of guilt or a sense of duty to them. "The guilty" practically drive themselves into such bondage and believe that everyone is doing the right thing, indulging the whims of a blackmailer.
Sexual blackmail
In relations between people, sexual blackmail can occur, but it is divided into several types:
- Blackmail in a relationship . He is temperamental, she is not very. As a result of the dissimilarity of temperaments, sooner or later an ultimatum will arise: "not with you, so with another." In this situation, the relationship is usually doomed to failure, because under constant pressure intimate affinity will only lead to irritation and disgust.
- Coercion to sex under pressure . This is a common scenario for most relationships, based on dating sites or at parties. As a rule blackmailers in this situation are men, demanding from women intimacy, and the latter can agree without much desire because of fear of missing the promising bridegroom. However, do not forget that many men can only play blackmail, thus checking the lady's favorite for accessibility.
- Coercion to intimacy or for the provision of some kind of service, or as a payment for concealing compromising material . This is the most vile kind of sexual blackmail associated with violence.
Signs of blackmail
The most important weapon of a blackmailer is information, supported by evidence. This can be a frank photo, compromising audio recording or video. In a personal relationship, a blackmailer can play on feelings for him, for example, threatening with suicide, breaking off relations , moral suffering. Often the victim is not always aware of his dependence on the blackmailer. Determine this is possible on the following aspects:
- seeking an excuse for his actions against the blackmailer;
- committing acts to please someone else;
- unquestioning compliance;
- the performance of acts against one's will, for the cessation of the suffering of a loved one;
- lack of will and full subordination.
What if you are being blackmailed?
Blackmail and extortion, in fact, are crimes with one underlying reason - a ransom requirement. It should be noted at once that most scammers or home "terrorists" do not stop, having got what they want, and continue to use their power over the victim for the sake of satisfying their own ambitions . Therefore, you need to know what to do with blackmail and how to behave with a tormentor.
How to behave with a blackmailer?
- Do not panic at all. You have to pull yourself together and think soberly.
- Do not take into consideration what the blackmailer tells you, because his main goal is to intimidate and take everything under his control. Behave calmly, because of this behavior from you certainly does not expect such a behavior.
- Do not try to negotiate with the extortioner and do not give him what he asks. In this situation, it is best to take time to get the law enforcement officers to understand this matter.
- If you are being blackmailed by information, it's best to tell your relatives about your "sins" to your relatives. So you will present the information as it is, without embellishment and blackmail you will have nothing.
How to get rid of the blackmailer?
The main defense against blackmail is the absolute ignoring of the blackmailer. If you do not react in any way to threats, then it is more likely that extortion will stop, because the purpose of the blackmailer is not to compromise, but to profit. It should also be remembered that the best defense is an attack, that is, bringing charges, and punishment for blackmail involves real and serious terms of imprisonment in several articles, depending on the severity of the atrocity. Consider the responsibility for blackmail on the example of the laws of the Russian Federation:
- Art. 163 of the Criminal Code - extortion, up to 15 years of imprisonment and a fine of up to 250 thousand rubles;
- Art. 138 of the Criminal Code - violation of the confidentiality of correspondence is punishable by a fine of up to 80 thousand rubles;
- Art. 137 of the Criminal Code - violation of privacy. Punishment of up to 2 years of imprisonment and a fine of up to 250 thousand rubles.
How to prove blackmail?
Fraud and blackmail are two concepts that go hand in hand in the criminal code, and the evidence base of which has many nuances. On how, after all, to prove the fact of blackmail:
- Try to make screenshots of the correspondence or recording a conversation with the blackmailer.
- When an attacker announces his demands, try to delay the transfer of money or what the scammer requires. And in any case do not go on about the fraudster without security on the part of the investigation, otherwise the fact of blackmail will prove almost impossible.
- Next, you should contact law enforcement with a detailed statement and the provision of all available evidence of blackmail and other criminal activities.
- After the commencement of criminal proceedings, comply with all police requirements. It is possible that it will come to espionage technology (wiretapping, covert shooting) and tagged bills.
- When contacting the blackmailer, behave naturally so that "the fish does not leave the hook of justice", suspecting something is wrong.
- After completing the investigation and obtaining all the necessary evidence, you can be sure that the swindler will receive a real sentence for blackmail.
Movies about blackmail
One of the most topical genres in the cinema are films and serials about extortion:
- "Lovely deceivers . " The action of this series is tied around four girls, whom one year after the death of their common friend, Alison begins to blackmail the unknown. In the hands of the blackmailer are many of their secrets and secrets, even those that were known only to the deceased.
- "Enemy of the State . " When you involuntarily become the owner of evidence exposing a high-ranking official, it is not clear who is the ideal victim for blackmail in this case, because the real hunt begins on you.
- "Beauty and the Beast . " Are you ready to save your father's life in prison in a castle monster? A serious step that will completely change the fate of the beautiful Belle.