California · Penal Code

PEN §667.85: Any person convicted of a violation of Section 207 or 209, who kidnapped or carried away any child under the age of 14 years with the intent to permanently deprive the parent or legal guardian custody

Felony

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A person convicted of kidnapping a child under 14 with intent to permanently deprive a parent or guardian of custody receives an additional five-year state prison sentence.

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Any person convicted of a violation of Section 207 or 209, who kidnapped or carried away any child under the age of 14 years with the intent to permanently deprive the parent or legal guardian custody of that child, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for an additional five years.

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