42 Indian realtor tells Canadian judge he abducted 9-year-old boy because it's 'acceptable in his culture,' begs not to be deported (twitter.com) posted 54 days ago by SophiesBoyfriend 54 days ago by SophiesBoyfriend +42 / -0 62 comments share 62 comments share save hide report block hide replies
It's not irrelevant. Legal definitions of "abduction" frequently require the intent. For example, intent to deprive of liberty or to conceal then from an entity lawfully entrusted with them (parents, school, etc.).
Motive is very relevant.