Republic of Korea - Kidnapping rate

0.1 (cases per 100,000 population) in 2018

In 2018, kidnapping rate for Republic of Korea was 0.1 cases per 100,000 population. Though Republic of Korea kidnapping rate fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to decrease through 2009 - 2018 period ending at 0.1 cases per 100,000 population in 2018.

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What is kidnapping rate?

“Kidnapping” means unlawfully detaining a person or persons against their will (including through the use of force; threat; fraud or enticement) for the purpose of demanding for their liberation an illicit gain or any other economic gain or other material benefit; or in order to oblige someone to do or not to do something. “Kidnapping” excludes disputes over child custody. (UN-CTS M5.5)

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