Abduction of Unmarried Girl Under 18

Also known as: Abduction of Girl Under 18 from Parent or Guardian

Legislation

Statute

Sexual Offences Act 1956

Section

Section 19

Life Sentence Eligible

No

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Classification

ProgressionExcluded historical sexual
ProgressionExcluded
historical
Classified as a sexual offence

Release Information

How this offence affects release dates under the Sentencing Act 2026

Standard Release Provisions Apply

This offence does not trigger section 244ZA(7), so standard release rules apply:

  • SDS (post-commencement): One-third (⅓) release point
  • SDS (pre-commencement): Halfway (½) release point
  • Note: The applicable regime depends on sentence date

Additional Notes

Historical offence. Excluded from the Sentencing Act progression model.

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Related Offences

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Abduction of Unmarried Girl Under 16

Sexual Offences Act 1956 s.20

Procuration of Girl Under 21

Sexual Offences Act 1956 s.23

Permitting Girl Under 13 to Use Premises for Intercourse

Sexual Offences Act 1956 s.25

Permitting Girl Under 16 to Use Premises for Intercourse

Sexual Offences Act 1956 s.26

Causing or Encouraging Prostitution of Girl Under 16

Sexual Offences Act 1956 s.28

Indecent Conduct Towards a Young Child

Indecency with Children Act 1960 s.1(1)

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