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Keep in mind that stalking is a crime in all 50 states. Even though it is not always considered a felony, with only one-third of states classifying it as a felony after the first offense, there are other factors that could elevate the charges. Regardless, if you are being stalked, it's important to notify the police and file an official complaint. Here are some other steps you can take to help you feel safe.
Create a stalking log. Keep track of when and where the stalking occurs, including any witnesses. Write down the date, time, and location as well as how it made you feel. This information will be useful for police officers as well as an attorney should you need to get someone involved.
File a complaint with the police. Make sure you let them know about any stalking that has occurred as well as threats of violence and damage to your property. Even if there is nothing they can do initially, you will have a complaint on file should the stalking continue or escalate in some way.
Ask if you can get a restraining order or an order of protection. Although laws vary by state, most people who have been stalked two or more times can get an order of protection, which requires the person stalking you to stay away from you.7 They also are not permitted to contact you in any way, and if they do, they are breaking the law and can be held accountable.
Save evidence of stalking and online harassment. This evidence might include emails, notes, gifts, videos from security systems, voicemail messages, text messages, social media posts, or anything that demonstrates that the person is contacting you consistently and without permission.
If you are being stalked and are in immediate danger, do not hesitate to call 911 right away. You also can reach out to the Stalking Resource Center National Center for Victims of Crime Helpline at 855-4-VICTIM (484-2846), Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233) 24 hours a day, seven days a week for advice from trained advocates.
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