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Although kidnapping originally referred to the seizure of children, today the offense is defined as the taking or detention of a person, regardless of age, against his or her will. Similar to many other criminal offenses, people can be charged with kidnapping even though the alleged act may not have been for criminal purposes, such as taking a child after having been denied legal custody. If you have been accused of kidnapping, America's Criminal Defense Group has felony attorneys ready to defend your rights. Our felony lawyers can provide legal counsel and help you to build your case.
Kidnapping occurs when a person is intentionally captured, detained, confined, or moved against his or her will. The accused must be acting with intent, knowingly and voluntarily holding another person against their will. The victim in a kidnapping case is detained for the purposes of the perpetrator, such as to be held for ransom, sexual assault, or as collateral in a hostage situation.
In the United States, kidnapping often involves a parent taking a child into custody in violation of a court order. When one parent has been denied legal custody of a child and transports the child anyway, kidnapping charges can be filed.
If you have been accused of kidnapping, the felony lawyers at America's Criminal Defense Group can build a custom defense strategy to help you achieve the best possible results. Contact our felony attorneys today – our phone lines are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to ensure you receive the legal representation you need in a timely manner.
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Formerly, abduction only referred to the involuntary taking of women and children, but it now applies to adult male victims as well. The perpetrator may abduct the victim by use of persuasion, fraud, or violence. This includes convincing the victim that it is in his or her best interest to come with the defendant, or telling a child that his or her mother said the child should go with the defendant. Kidnapping and abduction are generally interchangeable in legal matters.
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Kidnapping laws vary from state to state and the punishments can differ depending on the circumstances of the case. If you or someone you know has been accused of kidnapping, contact the felony attorneys at America's Criminal Defense Group. Our felony lawyers serve individuals nationwide, including in California, Florida, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Washington, Massachusetts, New York, Nebraska, Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, and Washington, D.C.
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If you have been accused of kidnapping, America's Criminal Defense Group can provide skilled felony attorneys to assist you. Our lawyers are available in every state to provide effective representation to individuals across the country.