The Primary Difference Between the Offenses of "Kidnapping" and "Hostage

question 70

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between the offenses of "kidnapping" and "hostage taking" is: ​

• A)one is a felony while the other is a misdemeanor.
• B)there is no difference, the offenses are identical.
• C)only kidnapping requires forcible movement of the victim.
• D)only hostage taking was a crime under common law.