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Definition of Kidnapping
Kidnapping is defined as the act or crime of seizing, confining, or abducting a person by force or fraud without their consent, often with a demand for ransom, or in furtherance of another crime. -
Kidnapping of a Government Official
Kidnapping of a government official is defined as the act or crime of seizing, confining, or abducting a person by force or fraud without their consent, often with a demand for ransom, or in furtherance of another crime, during their participation in lawful duties or hindering their ability to continue conducting lawful duties. -
Accessory to Kidnapping
Accessory to Kidnapping is defined as intentionally assisting, aiding, or supporting the principal offender with the act of seizing, confining, abducting, withholding information from law enforcement, and/or planning before or after the offense is committed. -
Unlawful Detainment or Imprisonment
Unlawful Detainment or Imprisonment is defined as the illegal confinement of one individual against his or her will by another individual, violating the confined individual's right to be free from restraint of movement. -
Penalties
The offense of Kidnapping is considered a felony, punishable by up to 120 months imprisonment and a minimum fine of $25,660.