# Article Introduction
This comprehensive guide examines Florida's blackmail and extortion laws under Florida Statute 836.05, a second-degree felony with severe legal consequences. Investors, traders, and Gate users must understand how blackmail charges impact financial market stability, asset security, and platform trust. The article explores detection methods through AI and blockchain technology, compliance frameworks across financial institutions, and the rising cybercrime threat landscape. It provides essential legal definitions, penalty structures, defense strategies, and practical distinctions between blackmail, harassment, and legitimate debt collection. Ideal for stakeholders seeking to protect investments and ensure compliance in digital asset trading environments.