Abduction or Unlawful Restraint (Policy Statement)

United States Sentencing Guidelines Manual

Rule: 5K2.4

Jurisdiction: US

Bluebook Citation: U.S.S.G. 5K2.4

If a person was abducted, taken hostage, or unlawfully restrained to facilitate commission of the offense or to facilitate the escape from the scene of the crime, the court may increase the sentence above the authorized guideline range. Historical Note Effective November 1, 1987.

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