Terroristic Threats

If you have been charged with making terroristic threats, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. Terroristic threats have a serious connotation to them – to the point you may think you’re being accused of threatening to commit terrorism. While threatening acts of terrorism does count as a terroristic threat, there are other acts you are likely being charged with rather than threatening terrorism. This serious offense carries severe consequences that can impact your life for years to come regardless, but it’s important that you know exactly what you’re being charged with to properly defend yourself.

At Lermitte & Lubin, LLC, our team of experienced criminal defense attorneys knows how to investigate and defend against terroristic threats charges. We’re here to help you navigate through the legal process so your life is not negatively affected.

Types of Terroristic Threats

In Pennsylvania, terroristic threats can be divided into several categories, each carrying its own set of consequences:

1. Direct Threats of Violence: These threats involve a clear and immediate threat to another person’s safety or life. It could involve threatening to physically harm or kill someone. A direct terroristic threat charge can lead to severe penalties, including imprisonment and hefty fines. These are on a smaller scale, and are not usually what people think about terroristic threats, but are one of the most common types.
2. Bomb Threats: This involves making a threat about planting a bomb or any other explosive device in a public or private place. This type of terroristic threat can cause panic and mass hysteria, so it does not matter if you ever planned to or ever had the capabilities to carry it out. You can cause significant damage just through the threat alone.
3. Threats to Release Harmful Substances: This category involves threats to spread harmful substances like chemicals or biological agents, that could potentially harm a large number of people. Similarly to making a bomb threat, it doesn’t matter if you were able to carry out the threat when it comes to your terroristic charge. You can cause panic and mass hysteria that cause damage to property and put people in danger. Depending on the severity of the threat, you could face considerable jail time and fines.

Each of these charges is serious and requires a skilled terroristic threats attorney to protect you. Our attorneys at Lermitte & Lubin, LLC, have the experience to guide you through the legal process and protect you against these accusations.

At Lermitte & Lubin, our priority is to protect your rights and fight for your freedom. Our team of skilled attorneys has extensive experience in defending clients facing terroristic threats charges and will work tirelessly to build a strong defense on your behalf.

In addition, we understand the stress and confusion that comes with facing criminal charges like these. That’s why we will explain your options and guide you through the legal process to ensure that you make well-informed decisions about your case.