KIDNAPPING
\kˈɪdnapɪŋ], \kˈɪdnapɪŋ], \k_ˈɪ_d_n_a_p_ɪ_ŋ]\
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(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment
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(law) the unlawful act of capturing and carrying away a person against their will and holding them in false imprisonment
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A violation of the criminal law, i.e., a breach of the conduct code specifically sanctioned by the state, which through its administrative agencies prosecutes offenders and imposes and administers punishments. The concept includes unacceptable actions whether prosecuted or going unpunished.
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Diabetic Ketosis
- Complication diabetes from severe insulin deficiency coupled with an absolute or relative increase in concentration. metabolic acidosis is caused by breakdown of adipose stores and resulting increased levels free fatty acids. Glucagon accelerates the oxidation acids producing excess ketone bodies (ketosis).