Kidnapping is the act of physically and involuntarily removing someone from their home, place of work or other location. Although many people associate kidnapping crimes with children, kidnapping victims can be any age. Kidnapping normally goes hand in hand with ‘false imprisonment’ which is the act of keeping someone at a specific location against their will. Kidnapping often occurs as part of an act of ransom or during a sticky child custody battle. Whatever the situation surrounding the kidnapping accusation, it is important you seek legal counsel as soon as you have been accused of this felony offense.

Kidnapping Cases

Nearly 800,000 children go missing nationwide each year. Many of these children are never found and the crime never brought to court. If you are facing this criminal conviction, do not risk your reputation and your future. Make sure you contact our attorneys right away to determine the best legal strategy for your situation.  Some of the kidnapping cases we assist with include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ransom – the kidnapper is seeking a reward for the return of the individual
• Custody Cases – the kidnapper is keeping the child away from the mother or father of the child or the kidnapper has stolen the child due to a custody disagreement. Usually these cases involve ex-spouses but there are other examples where a family member may kidnap a child in an attempt to protect them.
• Criminal Sexual Conduct cases – in some instances, a kidnapping may be part of a rape or other criminal sexual conduct crime. In these instances, you may be facing two charges of rape as well as kidnapping.

Minneapolis Kidnapping Conviction

Kidnapping is considered a felony offense with severe consequences if found guilty. This can include jail time without parole, jail time with parole, probation, restitution to the victim, counseling and fines. If you have committed kidnapping in addition to a criminal sexual act, such as rape, then you will also be registered as a sex offender. This cannot be expunged from your record.

The kidnapping laws in Minnesota are quite complex which is why it is important to seek legal counsel as soon as you have been accused of this serious offense. A kidnapping conviction can make it hard for you to go on with your life, even after you have served your penalty. You may have trouble finding a place to live and work as more and more landlords and employers do criminal background checks on all applicants. Having a kidnapping conviction does not make you a top choice as a resident or an employee.

Representation throughout Minnesota

Protect your rights and your reputation by contacting our experienced Minneapolis attorneys as soon as you are accused of kidnapping. Rivers & Associates, PA are there when you need us most. It is important to act fast when facing an arrest and criminal conviction. Our experienced attorneys can provide you with the aggressive representation and legal assistance you need to ensure the best outcome possible. Contact us today at (612) 339-3939.

Our Minneapolis criminal defense lawyers represent clients throughout Minnesota, including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Moorhead, Apple Valley, Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Roseville and Woodbury.