Stalking
It is considered stalking when someone follows another person from place to place more than once with no legitimate purpose other than to make the person afraid. Stalking is a unique crime because the stalker usually has only one intended victim. Stalkers are obsessed with controlling the victim’s actions and feelings. The stalker believes they can do this by threatening, harassing and, in some instances, harming their victims.

If you believe you are being stalked you should call the police right away. Be sure to tell them about any previous action taken and the results. Also document everything yourself – record witnesses’ names, dates, times, locations, and what the stalker was doing, saying, wearing, etc.

If you are being stalked you may experience extreme stress and trauma and want to seek assistance. You may begin to experience rage, terror, depression, etc. Talking to someone who is trained to work with victims may help alleviate some of the symptoms that are interfering with other aspects of your life.

Remember WISE or your local domestic violence center is an important resource and can provide you with additional safety recommendations, support, and assistance in understanding the legal system.

You have done nothing to provoke the stalking. Stalking is never the victim’s fault. In New Hampshire Stalking is against the law!