When a noncustodial parent takes their child from the custody of the other parent contrary to the terms of a judicial custody order,the noncustodial parent commits the offense of interference with child custody only if:
A)the child suffers bodily injury.
B)the child objects to being taken.
C)the child is under 10 years of age.
D)no additional elements exist as taking the child contrary to the court order is a violation of the statute.

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The offense of interference with child custody is committed when a noncustodial parent takes their child from the custody of the other parent in violation of the terms of a judicial custody order. The offense does not require any additional elements to be present. Therefore, choice (D) is the correct answer. Choices (A), (B), and (C) are incorrect, as they add conditions that are not necessary for the offense to be committed.

When a Noncustodial Parent Takes Their Child from the Custody