Minnesota § 609.265 - ABDUCTION
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 609.265 — ABDUCTION, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 609.265. ABDUCTION
Whoever, for the purpose of marriage, takes a person under the age of 18 years, without the consent of the parents, guardian, or other person having legal custody of such person is guilty of abduction and may be sentenced to imprisonment for not more than 364 days or to payment of a fine of not more than $3,000, or both.
History:
1963 c 753 art 1 s 609.265; 1984 c 628 art 3 s 11; 2023 c 52 art 6 s 16
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 609.265
What does Minnesota Statutes § 609.265 cover?
Section 609.265 ("ABDUCTION") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. 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 Minnesota § 609.265?
A common citation format is "Minnesota Statutes § 609.265" (Minnesota). 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 Minnesota law?
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How does Minnesota § 609.265 apply to my situation?
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