Bill > H5639

This bill establishes attempted kidnapping of a minor as a specific criminal offense within Rhode Island's legal code, amending Chapter 11-26 of the General Laws. The new law defines attempted kidnapping of a minor as taking any action toward committing kidnapping of a minor (as outlined in § 11-26-1.4) but failing to fully complete the crime. Under this proposed legislation, an individual who attempts to kidnap a minor would be charged with a felony and, if convicted, could face up to 20 years of imprisonment. By creating this specific statutory provision, the bill aims to provide law enforcement and prosecutors with a clear legal mechanism to charge individuals who attempt to kidnap minors, even if they do not successfully complete the kidnapping. The bill would take effect immediately upon its passage.

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