ATTEMPTED KIDNAPPING Meaning and
Definition
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Attempted kidnapping refers to the act of trying or intending to abduct and hold someone against their will, without their consent, but failing or being unable to carry out the full act of kidnapping. It involves an intentional and deliberate effort to apprehend an individual, aiming to remove them from their immediate surroundings or to restrict their freedom of movement.
The term "attempted" in attempted kidnapping indicates that the individual or individuals involved were unsuccessful in fully executing the act of abduction. This could be due to various reasons, such as encountering resistance from the intended victim, being interrupted by others, or the victim managing to escape or evade the situation. The key distinction is that it involves a substantial step towards committing a kidnapping but falling short of completing the act itself.
Attempted kidnapping, like kidnapping itself, is considered a serious criminal offense in most jurisdictions. It is an act that not only violates the personal liberties and security of the individual targeted but also causes significant psychological distress and fear. Authorities typically pursue any cases of attempted kidnapping actively, aiming to identify and apprehend the perpetrators in order to prevent potential harm to others.
The intent behind attempted kidnapping is to exert control over the victim, often for personal gain or to fulfill certain malevolent motives. While the apprehension may not have been successful, the act of attempting to carry out such a crime is still considered a severe offense, punishable by law.
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Etymology of ATTEMPTED KIDNAPPING
The word "attempted" originates from the Latin word "attemptare", which means "to try" or "to attempt". The term "kidnap" is a combination of "kid", meaning "child", and "nap", which is derived from the Old English word "cnapan" or the Old Norse word "hnapp", both of which mean "to seize" or "to grab". "Kidnap" was first used in the 17th century to describe the act of seizing or capturing someone, especially a child, usually with the intention of demanding a ransom. The addition of "attempted" indicates that the act of kidnapping was attempted, but not fully accomplished or successful.
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