Kidnapping Offenses—Yuma, Arizona
In the United States, it is unlawful to knowingly restrain an individual against their will with the intention of inflicting harm or using that person for other reasons. Under Arizona’s Department of Public Safety, A.R.S §13-1304 states specific stipulations for convicting an individual charged with kidnapping. These stipulations include:
- Holding the victim for ransom, as a shield or hostage
- Holding the victim for involuntary servitude
- Inflicting death, physical injury or a sexual offense on the victim, or to otherwise aid in the commission of a felony
- Placing the victim or a third person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury to the victim or the third person
- Interfering with the performance of a governmental or political function
- Seizing or exercising control over any airplane, train, bus, ship or other vehicle
If you or a loved one is facing kidnapping charges, you need to seek out the experienced legal advice and representation of our Yuma, Arizona kidnapping offense attorneys at Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC to work to avoid the legal ramifications associated with kidnapping charges.
Contact a Yuma Kidnapping Attorney at 1-877-229-9508 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Contact Our Skilled Yuma, Arizona Lawyers
At Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC, we have the experience, skills, and knowledge to defend your innocence and fight for an acquittal. Depending on the circumstances of the accusations against you, each kidnapping offense may carry a different penalty. Our criminal defense attorneys will work aggressively to prevent these unfortunate outcomes. Contact Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC to discuss your case and strategize the defense for your kidnapping charges.