Difference between revisions of "Kidnapping"
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In criminal law, kidnapping is the capturing and transporting of someone against his will and without legal authority. | In criminal law, kidnapping is the capturing and transporting of someone against his will and without legal authority. | ||
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Revision as of 18:47, May 28, 2008
Kidnapping is a serious felony which can, in cases where death of the victim occurs, result in the death penalty. Even when there is no long-term harm to the victim, the crime of kidnapping is punished severely, as it should be.
In criminal law, kidnapping is the capturing and transporting of someone against his will and without legal authority.