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@ o- 6. Interference between a consumer and the business- man_to demand so-called consumer reforms or to . demand planning changes f6r enviromental}—-~—__. considerations. COMMENTARY Unusual ransom demands could logically be divided into demands’ that could be met and those that could not be met without violation of current laws or regulations. It should also be considered that although some demands, while not. illegal, could not be met because the item or material was not accessible as the "Crown Jewels." Can gold, valuable gems, or artifacts be obtained by victim's | family? Are possession or transportation of such items in violation of existing laws? Does the family have the means to obtain such items? Should the Bureau assist in locating the items? Should we take part in any negotations to acquire them ? Might the items be destroyed by kidnapers as a gesture? Could copies of the items be substituted? How _ might some of the items be marked, i.e. gold could be recast? Should the Bureau ever take part in helping to obtain or distribute any illegal item such as weapons, explosives, chemicals, . drugs, or narcotics? It is illegal to possess military explosives outside a military base. Federal laws require a Federal license to purchase | munitions, Interstate Commerce Commission rules regulate. transportation, and storage of explosive devices. Local laws and regulations may control - purchase, possession, storage, use, and disposal of such devices. In the event the demands are for alterations in Government (loca! or Federal) regulations or for changes in any law should the Government. refuse? Should it take the same approach if the demand is for a government body to consider or act on legislation the kidnapers feel desirable? Would Jaws making such demands or attempt at complying with such demands a | violation be desirable? If such demands are met could kidnaping demands _ run our legislative bodies ? , ; What should be the Bureau's position or reaction if the ransom,” demands become so: unusual and unforeseen or so continuous or demanding | that the family cannot or do not wish to meet particular demands or any additional demands? | |