Is it a crime to follow someone in a car?

The crime is called Stalking. And, yes, it’s a criminal offense. In fact, law enforcement is taking Stalking much more serious than it had previously. It is usually only the beginning, and often leads to many more criminal offenses.

What can I do if a family member is harassing me?

Taking Action

1. Think about your safety and get help.
2. Dial 911 if you are in immediate danger.
3. Call the regular police number to discuss other criminal harassment offences.
4. Tell the police what is happening.
5. Let the police know that you fear for your safety or for the safety of someone you know.

How will you protect yourself and others against cyberstalking?

Make sure your phone and computers are password protected. Use a strong password, not something easy to guess, and reset your passwords regularly. Use anti-spyware software to detect any malicious software that’s installed.

How many times does someone have to call you for it to be harassment?

Calls made repeatedly—several times a night or one each day—are usually made to annoy you. Also, calling until you pick up hides the same intent. If you have asked them to stop calling and they still do, it’s harassment. Calls with a threatening tone, or ones including a blackmail message are considered harassment.

What is gang stalking and how does it work?

Organized gang stalking can involve a group in the hundreds to thousands harassing a single person or family 24/7. The victim is stalked en masse by car, foot, bike, and air in order alienate and isolate the victim.

What constitutes stalking and harassment?

Stalking can be defined as a pattern of repeated and unwanted attention, harassment, contact, or any other course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear. Stalking is against the law in every state.

How do I apply for a protection order against stalking?

There are eight basic steps you must take to apply for a protection order against stalking, aggravated stalking, and harassment: Step 1: Verify that this is the appropriate application for you Step 2: Decide where to file your application Step 3: Prepare your application Step 4: Prepare your confidential information sheet

Where can I file a stalking or harassment charge?

Stalking or harassment is committed “where the conduct occurred” or “where the person who was affected by the conduct was located at the time that the conduct occurred.” (NRS 200.581.) You might be able to choose from between two courts when deciding where to file.