Virginia Beach Kidnapping Lawyer
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There are many situations where you could be accused of kidnapping or abduction in Virginia. While a kidnapping charge can derive from abducting someone for ransom, it can also result from a custody dispute between two parents or two young lovers running away together.
Whatever the case may be, a kidnapping conviction involves severe penalties. It is important to seek qualified legal counsel from a Virginia Beach kidnapping defense attorney. Fortunately, The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller is ready to thoroughly review your case and determine all of your available legal options. Let our criminal defense lawyer in Virginia Beach help you obtain the most favorable outcome possible.
Kidnapping Penalties
Kidnapping and abduction are used interchangeably in Virginia. According to Virginia law, a person commits the crime of kidnapping or abduction if he or she – by force, intimidation, or deception – seizes, takes, transports, detains, or secretes another person in order to deprive the personal liberty of another individual, withhold or conceal a person from another, or subject the person to forced services or labor.
Kidnapping is considered a Class 5 felony, punishable by a prison sentence of up to 10 years.
However, if abduction is committed by a parent of the person kidnapped and is punishable by contempt of court, the offense shall be a Class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by a maximum jail sentence of 12 months and a fine of up to $2,500.
If the abduction was committed by a parent and the parent removes the person kidnapped from Virginia, it is considered a Class 6 felony. A Class 6 felony is punishable by a prison sentence of up to five years.
Let Us Start Your Case Today
With over 25 years of combined experience, our lawyers have a complete understanding of Virginia laws to help you navigate through the possible complexities of the legal system. In addition, we can investigate your arrest and gather critical evidence to develop an aggressive and effective defense strategy for you. Let us protect your rights, reputation, and freedom immediately.
Contact our firm and request a consultation. Call (757) 267-4949 today!
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I hired Mr. Miller initially for a bond hearing . I decided to retain his services for the case itself . I was facing two felony charges as well as a failure to appear charge . While there were witnesses that were able to identify me, I walked out of Virginia Beach Courthouse with only a misdemeanor thanks to Mr. Miller's representation . I work in the healthcare profession and expressed to Mr. Miller the importance of avoiding a felony charge and he made it happen. I am forever grateful and will highly recommend him . Mr. Miller will always represent myself as well as family members if need be in the future . Again thank you Mr. Miller for using your knowledge to keep me from being a convicted felon and also saving my career.- C. Dickens
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Mr Miller you're the man I appreciate advising me what to get for my case and getting my reckless driving ticket reduced. Would highly recommend you to anyone if asked for help.- J. J
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Mr. Miller and his team are a class act and helped me get out of situation I should of never been in. Mr. Miller is down to earth and listens to what you have to say. His team was very helpful with emailing me all the information I needed and keeping me up- M. Wilder
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I had to use their services three times in the past 20 years. I was completely satisfied with each time I was represented. They were professional and their communication with me was nothing less then stella. Their results was worth the price.- K. Young
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