Compare and contrast the elements of kidnapping and false imprisonment

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: The following must be in the answer:
a. Kidnapping
i. Criminal category of a felony
ii. There victim is physically restrained
iii. There is substantial movement of the victim
iv. Force is usually used against the victim
b. False imprisonment
i. Criminal category of a misdemeanor
ii. The victim is physically restrained
iii. No substantial movement of the victim
iv. Force is rarely used against the victim

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