If you or a loved one has been accused ofkidnapping, there are probably many questions running through your mind. Whether or not these allegations are true, there are some facts that you should be aware of. According to the California penal code section 207-210, kidnapping is defined as forcibly, or through intimidation, taking another person into another country, state, county, or another part of the same county. If a person persuades or entices a minor under the age of fourteen to leave, they are guilty of kidnapping.
In California, kidnapping can be punished by three, five, or eight years in state prison. If someone is found guilty of kidnapping an individual under the age of fourteen, they could be punished by up to eleven years. If the kidnapping was accompanied by another crime, such as robbery or rape, they could be sentenced to life imprisonment with the possibility of parole.
As kidnapping is such a serious crime, it is imperative that you speak with a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney from our legal team. We have the skill and experience necessary to defend even the most complex case. To learn more,contact a Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer from our firm for an immediate consultation.
