A stalker does not just have to be a creep hiding in the bushes or following 3 cars behind you everywhere you go. A stalker does not have to wear all-black clothing and have a bag full of spy gear. Often people can be accused of stalking for sending unwanted gifts or trying to contact an ex who does not want to be contacted. A situation can quickly be blown out of proportion if the other person doesn’t like your actions and you can find yourself facing a stalking or voyeurism charge.

Stalking

As stated in Florida Statute 784.048, stalking means “A person who willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows, harasses (acts causing a person severe emotional distress), or cyberstalks another person.” Here, stalking will require a course of conduct, meaning a person will commit a series of acts, such as following you to work every day, making never-ending phone calls, or sending you items, and performing these acts with a purpose. Stalking is a 1^st degree misdemeanor, and if convicted, you can be sentenced up to 1 year in jail or probation and a $1,000 fine. A stalking charge is increased to a 3rd-degree felony if:

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