Kidnapping
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⚖️ Texas Law — Charge Details
2–10 years in prison + up to $10,000 fine
Kidnapping under Texas Penal Code § 20.03 is a Third-Degree Felony involving the abduction — intentional and knowing restraint — of another person with intent to prevent liberation using secretion or a threat. Aggravated kidnapping (§ 20.04) elevates the charge to a First-Degree Felony when the abduction involves a hostage, ransom, terroristic threat, or felony facilitation. Travis County bookings often show this charge alongside domestic violence or robbery offenses.
⚡ Potential Penalty Enhancements
| If this condition applies… | Charge escalates to | Statute |
|---|---|---|
| Defendant abducted victim to use as a shield or hostage | First-Degree Felony — 5–99 years or life | § 20.04(a)(1) |
| Abduction to facilitate commission of a felony or flight | First-Degree Felony | § 20.04(a)(2) |
| Victim is under 17 and defendant is not a parent | Third-Degree Felony minimum; First-Degree if aggravated | § 20.03 / § 20.04 |
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Important: An arrest is not a conviction. All individuals listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. This database contains public arrest records from Travis County.