Kidnapping is considered a crime if a person has unlawfully removed another without consent from the place where the other person is. Additionally it is considered kidnapping when a person has confined another person without his/her consent for a substantial period of time.

Any child reported missing would be immediately entered in to the state law enforcement system, as well as the National Crime Information Center (NCIC). The NCIC system allows law enforcement officers nationwide access to data.

When notified, the FBI Field Offices and the FBI's National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime coordinate an immediate response. Because of The National Child Search Assistance Act of 1990, law enforcement agencies may not have a waiting period before accepting a missing child report.

Kidnappings can occur by family members, not just strangers. According to the Department of Justice, a family member kidnaps nearly 200,000 children every year. While most of the kidnappings occur because of custody disputes, it is still considered unlawful.

If you have been charged with kidnapping or need more information contact the Law Offices of Peter M. LaSorsa, P.C. immediately. 309-712-1145

Attorney Peter LaSorsa represents individuals in Illinois and in particular the Peoria, Tazewell, Fulton and Woodford county areas regarding criminal matters related to kidnapping. If you live in Peoria, Pekin, East Peoria, Washington, Morton, Bartonville, Mapleton, Hanna City, El Paso, Elmwood, Deer Creek, Farmington, Elmwood, Chillicothe, Bloomington, Dunlap, West Peoria, Peoria Heights, Mossville or Canton contact my office regarding your rights.