Group
Subdivision
042 Abduction or kidnapping
Latest release
Australian and New Zealand Standard Offence Classification (ANZSOC)
Reference period
2023
Released
30/11/2023
0420 Abduction or kidnapping
Abduction or kidnapping includes the unlawful taking of a person against their will, or against the will of any parent, guardian or other person having lawful custody or care of that person.
Inclusions:
- Abduct or kidnap a family member
- Attempt or threat of abduction
- Kidnap for ransom or gain
- Other abduction or kidnapping offences
Exclusions:
- Human trafficking – coded to 0410 Human trafficking or slavery
- Take a hostage in a robbery or siege where the hostage is not transported to a different location – coded to 0430 Deprivation of liberty or false imprisonment