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Penal Code · 2021 Revised Edition · Chapter XVI
Penal Code · 2021 Revised Edition · Chapter XVI
Official textFrom Attorney General's Chambers, unchanged
Whoever takes or entices -
any minor under the age of 14 years if a male, or under the age of 16 years if a female; or
any person of unsound mind, out of the keeping of the lawful guardian of such minor or person of unsound mind, without the consent of such guardian, is said to "kidnap" such minor or person from lawful guardianship.
Explanation - In this section, "lawful guardian" include any person lawfully entrusted with the care or custody of such minor or other person.
Exception -
This section does not extend to the act of any person who in good faith believes himself to be the father of an illegitimate child. or who in good faith believes himself to be entitled to the lawful custody of such child, unless such act is committed for an immoral or unlawful purpose.
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Chapter XIX
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Chapter XXII
Chapter XXIII