People v. Velez

Defendant was convicted, after jury trial, of child abduction, for attempting to lure into his van a 14-year old girl walking home from school. State presented sufficient evidence to show that Defendant's acts were for other than a lawful purpose. Child abduction statute is not unconstitutionally vague. Court properly denied Defendant's motion for bill of particulars, as indictment was sufficiently specific so that Defendant was fairly apprised of nature and elements of charged offense. Court properly limited cross-examation of officer to subject matter of direct examination. As court found that Defendant's conduct was sexually motivated, Sex Offender Registration Act applies, as it does not require actual sexual contact or over sexual act. (LAVIN and STERBA, concurring.)