Arrested for Kidnapping? Call Houston Criminal Attorney James Sullivan

Houston Criminal Defense

Houston Criminal Attorney James (Jim) Sullivan represents real people accused of serious crimes such as Kidnapping.  To get the best result, hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer.

James (Jim) Sullivan is an experienced Houston Criminal Defense Attorney. For over 25 years, Sullivan has successfully fought the government in Jury Trials on behalf of clients in criminal and juvenile courts.

James Sullivan attended the Trial Lawyers College founded by Legendary lawyer Gerry Spence. Sullivan has a proven record of defending people from all walks of life, faiths and countries in courts throughout Texas.

If you need a Houston Criminal Lawyer, call James Sullivan at 281-546-6428 for a confidential consultation.

Texas Penal Code, Section 20.03 – Kidnapping

CHAPTER 20. KIDNAPPING AND UNLAWFUL RESTRAINT § 20.03.  KIDNAPPING.  (a)  A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly abducts another person. (b)  It is an affirmative defense to prosecution under this section that: (1)  the abduction was not coupled with intent to use or to threaten to use deadly force; (2)  the actor was a relative of the person abducted; and (3)  the actor’s sole intent was to assume lawful control of the victim. (c)  An offense under this section is a felony of the third degree.