Stalking and Criminal Threats

Stalking involves a pattern of behaviour that has an intention to harass, intimidate, or harm a person, causing fear or distress.  Stalking can also include behaviour that has the effect of intimidation or harassment, regardless of the offender’s subjective intention. Threats refer to communication or actions that convey the intention to cause harm to a person or property (including animals). Both stalking and threats to kill or threats to destroy property are criminal offences that carry serious legal consequences and require skilled legal representation to navigate effectively.

Geelong Lawyers specialise in stalking and threat cases, providing clients with skilled legal representation, unwavering advocacy, and compassionate support throughout the legal process.

Unlawful stalking is typically defined as a course of conduct directed at a specific individual that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear or apprehension. Stalking behaviours can include:

1. Following or surveilling the individual: Monitoring their activities, showing up at their workplace or home, or tracking their movements.
2. Unwanted communication: Sending excessive messages, emails, texts, calls, or gifts despite the individual’s request to cease contact.
3. Threats or intimidation: Making threats of harm, using coercion, or engaging in behaviours intended to intimidate or manipulate the individual.
4. Online stalking: Using social media, email, or other digital platforms to monitor, harass, or intimidate the individual.