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.
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I was in the midst of a divorce and my case was with a firm that was not representing me fairly and not answering my questions. I was at a loss and dreaded going to court. Then a friend told me of Dan Miller. I wish I had found this firm in the beginning! From the first hour of turning my case over to this office I stopped worrying. I knew I had made the right choice and my case was in good hands. Dan Miller was professional, and he fought for me and I was very happy with the way he handled my case. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
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I was very nervous when I had to go to court over a traffic accident I was recently involved in. Dan put me at ease almost immediately with his knowledge and tenacity. By the time Dan was finished questioning the other people involved in the accident I did not even have to testify (which was the major source of my nervousness). My innocence was clear to everyone in the room, thanks to Dan. Would definitely use him again and recommend him to others. Aside from his performance during the hearing he was very easy to contact and always kept appointments with me. He also answered all of my questions patiently and with understanding.- Client
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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 is phenomenal. You can sense that he genuinely care about your case. He realizes how much a case can impact a person for the rest of their lives and will try to do anything from his knowledge, experience, and will power to help you get the best results. Words can not describe how I am so pleased to have gone through with my case with Mr. Miller. I will never forget him and I will recommend anyone to him.- Client
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