### Question
What does specified offense against a minor mean?


### Answer
**Specified offense against a minor** has the following meaning in *34 U.S.C. § 20911*:

> an offense against a minor that involves any of the following:


(A) An offense (unless committed by a parent or guardian) involving kidnapping

#### Citation:
  - *34 U.S.C. § 20911*
  - Heading: **Subtitle II-Protection of Children and Other Persons > CHAPTER 209-CHILD PROTECTION AND SAFETY > SUBCHAPTER I-SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION AND NOTIFICATION > Part A-Sex Offender Registration and Notification**

