North Dakota Code 12.1-18-01 – Kidnapping
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1. A person is guilty of kidnapping if he abducts another or, having abducted another, continues to restrain him with intent to do the following:
Attorney's Note
Under the North Dakota Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A felony | up to 20 years | up to $20,000 |
| Class B felony | up to 10 years | up to $20,000 |
Terms Used In North Dakota Code 12.1-18-01
- Actor: includes , where relevant, a person guilty of an omission. See North Dakota Code 12.1-01-04
- following: when used by way of reference to a chapter or other part of a statute means the next preceding or next following chapter or other part. See North Dakota Code 1-01-49
- person: includes , where relevant, a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, unincorporated association, or other legal entity. See North Dakota Code 12.1-01-04
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.
a. Hold him for ransom or reward; b. Use him as a shield or hostage; c. Hold him in a condition of involuntary servitude; d. Terrorize him or a third person; e. Commit a felony or attempt to commit a felony; or
f. Interfere with the performance of any governmental or political function.
2. Kidnapping is a class A felony unless the actor voluntarily releases the victim alive and in a safe place prior to trial, in which case it is a class B felony.