Official Text
“Whoever wrongfully confines any person for the purpose of compelling that person to restore to any person any property or valuable security, or to satisfy any demand or claim.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Wrongful confinement.
- For purpose of compelling restoration.
- Intent to obtain property or satisfaction.
Potential Defenses:
- Lawful authority.
- No intent to compel.
- Emergency situation.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Holding for property return, confining to compel payment, detention for demands.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Lawful repossession, authorized detention, or emergency situations.
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 3 years, or Fine, or both