Alaska § 11.41.300 - Kidnapping.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 11.41.300 — Kidnapping., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11.41.300. Kidnapping.
(a) A person commits the crime of kidnapping if (1) the person restrains another with intent to (A) hold the restrained person for ransom, reward, or other payment;
(B) use the restrained person as a shield or hostage;
(C) inflict physical injury upon or sexually assault the restrained person or place the restrained person or a third person in apprehension that any person will be subjected to serious physical injury or sexual assault;
(D) interfere with the performance of a governmental or political function;
(E) facilitate the commission of a felony or flight after commission of a felony;
(F) commit an offense in violation of AS 11.41.434 — 11.41.438 upon the restrained person or place the restrained person or a third person in apprehension that a person will be subject to an offense in violation of AS 11.41.434 — 11.41.438; or
(2) the person restrains another (A) by secreting and holding the restrained person in a place where the restrained person is not likely to be found; or
(B) under circumstances which expose the restrained person to a substantial risk of serious physical injury.
(b) In a prosecution under (a)(2)(A) of this section, it is an affirmative defense that (1) the defendant was a relative of the victim;
(2) the victim was a child under 18 years of age or an incompetent person; and
(3) the primary intent of the defendant was to assume custody of the victim.
(c) Except as provided in (d) of this section, kidnapping is an unclassified felony and is punishable as provided in AS 12.55 .
(d) In a prosecution for kidnapping, it is an affirmative defense which reduces the crime to a class A felony that the defendant voluntarily caused the release of the victim alive in a safe place before arrest, or within 24 hours after arrest, without having caused serious physical injury to the victim and without having engaged in conduct described in AS 11.41.410 (a), 11.41.420, 11.41.434, or 11.41.436.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 11.41.300
What does Alaska Statutes § 11.41.300 cover?
Section 11.41.300 ("Kidnapping.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 11.41.300?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 11.41.300" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 11.41.300 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alaska can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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