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Virginia uses the terms "Abduction" and "Kidnapping" synonymously. A person commits the crime of abduction if s/he by force, intimidation or deception, and without legal justification or excuse, seizes, takes, transports, detains or secretes another person with the intent to:
Abduction is generally a Class 5 Felony, which means that it carries with it a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $2,500.00.
Generally speaking, an allegation of Abduction can occur with just about every felony offense. Abduction will occur if the defendant either (1) moves the "victim" against the victim's will, or (2) tells the "victim" to stay put against the victim's will. The bottom line is that Abduction is generally present when a defendant prevents or forces the movement of the victim. For example, assume an armed robber goes into a bank and tells everyone in the bank to lay down. If there are 30 people in the bank, including customers and employees, the defendant could ostensibly be charged with 30 felony counts of Abduction (and 30 additional felony counts of "use of a firearm while committing a felony"), because he simply told everyone in the bank to lie down during the commission of the bank robbery.
Abduction or Kidnapping are each very serious felony offenses which carry with it the real possibility of jail time. In addition, if convicted, the defendant stands lose even more by being labeled a "convicted felon". Student loans, Federal aid, State and Federal subsidies, your right to vote, your right to be on a jury, and your constitutional right to own a firearm will all be placed in jeopardy should a person become a "convicted felon" . It is critical that you have legal representation from the outset of the process.
What Should I Do If I Am Charged with Abduction or Kidnapping in Virginia?
At Noorishad Law, we pride ourselves on keeping our clients satisfied. Our primary goal is to win your case, not simply plea bargain when there may be potential arguments which could result in the prosecution dismissing the charges against you or a judge/jury finding you not guilty. Even if the evidence is stacked against you, we will work with the prosecutor to find a resolution to your case which minimizes your exposure to potential jail time, while attempting to keep your record as clean as possible.
It is important that we get started on gathering facts to support your defense as quickly as possible. As we all know, witness memories fade over time and key evidence, including video surveillance, may be lost days after the incident. Please contact us immediately at 703-542-4500 to schedule an appointment with Mr. Noorishad to discuss your particular case and potential defenses you may have in fighting your charges. We look forward to working with you.
- deprive such person of his personal liberty; or
- withhold or conceal him from any person, authority or institution lawfully entitled to his charge; or
- subject him to forced labor or services.
Abduction is generally a Class 5 Felony, which means that it carries with it a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $2,500.00.
Generally speaking, an allegation of Abduction can occur with just about every felony offense. Abduction will occur if the defendant either (1) moves the "victim" against the victim's will, or (2) tells the "victim" to stay put against the victim's will. The bottom line is that Abduction is generally present when a defendant prevents or forces the movement of the victim. For example, assume an armed robber goes into a bank and tells everyone in the bank to lay down. If there are 30 people in the bank, including customers and employees, the defendant could ostensibly be charged with 30 felony counts of Abduction (and 30 additional felony counts of "use of a firearm while committing a felony"), because he simply told everyone in the bank to lie down during the commission of the bank robbery.
Abduction or Kidnapping are each very serious felony offenses which carry with it the real possibility of jail time. In addition, if convicted, the defendant stands lose even more by being labeled a "convicted felon". Student loans, Federal aid, State and Federal subsidies, your right to vote, your right to be on a jury, and your constitutional right to own a firearm will all be placed in jeopardy should a person become a "convicted felon" . It is critical that you have legal representation from the outset of the process.
What Should I Do If I Am Charged with Abduction or Kidnapping in Virginia?
At Noorishad Law, we pride ourselves on keeping our clients satisfied. Our primary goal is to win your case, not simply plea bargain when there may be potential arguments which could result in the prosecution dismissing the charges against you or a judge/jury finding you not guilty. Even if the evidence is stacked against you, we will work with the prosecutor to find a resolution to your case which minimizes your exposure to potential jail time, while attempting to keep your record as clean as possible.
It is important that we get started on gathering facts to support your defense as quickly as possible. As we all know, witness memories fade over time and key evidence, including video surveillance, may be lost days after the incident. Please contact us immediately at 703-542-4500 to schedule an appointment with Mr. Noorishad to discuss your particular case and potential defenses you may have in fighting your charges. We look forward to working with you.
