Kidnapping in Tulsa is a well known and serious crime. Under Oklahoma law, which governs all criminal violations in Tulsa, kidnapping is determined by a number of statutory provisions, of which you should be aware. “Any person who, without lawful authority, seizes, confines, inveigles, decoys, kidnaps, abducts, or carries away another, with intent, either: (1) To cause such other person to be confined or imprisoned in this state against the will of the other person; or (2) To cause such other person to be sent out of this state against the will of the other person; or (3) To cause such person to be sold as a slave, or in any way held to service against the will of such person, shall be guilty. . .”
If convicted, kidnapping in Tulsa is a felony, and you could receive a prison term of up to 20 years. Consent of the victim is not a defense, unless the victim was over 12 years old and did not give consent under duress.
Additional Provisions Are Also Important for Kidnapping in Tulsa
Several provisions and additional laws add to the basic kidnapping definition. First, if the kidnapping involves any type of sexual abuse or crime, those convicted are likely to be subject to post prison monitoring by the Department of Corrections. In addition, kidnapping in Tulsa with the intent to extort money or something of value from someone can be subject to the death penalty. Those involved in human tracking are also subject to specific provisions, elements, and punishments. If charged, your trial is permitted to take place either in the place where the kidnapping occurred, or in any county that person was transported.
Speak With A Tulsa Criminal Defense Attorney
Charges for kidnapping in Tulsa should not be taken lightly, and you should consult with a Tulsa criminal defense attorney to learn more about your options. For a initial and confidential consultation, call the Seventh Street Tulsa Law Office at (918) 932-2777.