Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 9A Washington Criminal Code - Section 9A.40.020 Kidnapping in the first degree

§ 9A.40.020. Kidnapping in the first degree

(1) A person is guilty of kidnapping in the first degree if he intentionally abducts another person with intent:

(a) To hold him for ransom or reward, or as a shield or hostage; or

(b) To facilitate commission of any felony or flight thereafter; or

(c) To inflict bodily injury on him; or

(d) To inflict extreme mental distress on him or a third person; or

(e) To interfere with the performance of any governmental function.

(2) Kidnapping in the first degree is a class A felony.

[1975 1st ex.s. c 260 § 9A.40.020.]

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