The Law
Stalking is defined by California Penal Code Section 646.9, which provides that "any person who willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows or harasses another person and who makes a credible threat with the intent to place that person in reasonable fear for his or her safety, or the safety of his or her immediate family" is guilty of the crime of stalking.
What is Stalking? | The Law | Warning Signs | Stalkers & The Net | Facts | Effects
Read and explore the full text of the California Penal Code (646.9) regarding stalking.
The penal codes of other states are also available through other websites, such as FindLaw.com.
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