Question
A Servamus reader informed Pollex that she often hears about the media and even politicians referring to extortion – including when reference is made to the so-called construction mafia. She noted that it seems that this problem/crime/offence is currently rife (widespread) in our country. She requested Pollex to refresh the memories of all law enforcement officers – in particular SAPS members – regarding the law (and names) applicable to the offence of “common law extortion”.