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Definition: Forcibly, secretly, or by threat confining, abducting, or imprisoning another person against their will with intent to hold for ransom, commit a felony, inflict bodily harm, or terrorize the victim or another person. A first-degree felony punishable by life.
Category: Criminal Offenses · Statute: F.S. 787.01 · Source: Florida Legislature
Florida Statute 787.01"'Kidnapping' means forcibly, secretly, or by threat confining, abducting, or imprisoning another person against her or his will and without lawful authority."
Elements
- Forcible confinement, abduction, or imprisonment
- Against the victim's will
- Without lawful authority
- With intent to: hold for ransom, commit a felony, inflict bodily harm, or terrorize
Bail
1st degree felony PBL. Bail: $100,000–$500,000+. May be held without bail if kidnapping involves sexual battery or if victim is a child.