How much time do you get for kidnapping in California?

You violate California's kidnapping laws, found under Penal Code 207, 208, 209 and 209.5 PC, when you ..... read more

As a felony, it subjects you to a maximum four-year county jail sentence and a maximum $10,000 fine. 49 If convicted of both child abduction and kidnapping, the judge could order you to serve this sentence in addition and consecutive to the time imposed for the kidnapping charge. read more

Pursuant to California Penal Code Sections 278 and 278.5 1, a violation of child abduction laws is known as a “wobbler” – meaning, you can be charged with either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on certain elements of the case. read more