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Common Crimes of a Stalker and their Accomplices

Updated: Aug 21, 2024

Check out these common crimes of stalkers and their accomplices


Fear Not, For 'I AM' With You --Isaiah 41:10



Stalking is a crime under the laws of the 50 states, District of Columbia, U.S. Territories, and Federal government. However, it’s a crime that’s under-reported because the behavior is intentionally hidden and ambiguous, which causes the victim to second guess themselves. Since there’s no tangible proof, people are less likely to report it to law enforcement. 


***If you feel your life is in danger, contact law enforcement even if you have no tangible proof because you want a record/tracking of your attempt to seek help.  If law enforcement tells you there’s nothing they can do, MAKE SURE To file an incident report, get the report #, get a copy to ensure accuracy, and share it with someone you trust. If you don't feel safe contacting your local law enforcement because you suspect they may be involved, contact another jurisdiction and/or submit an FBI reporting form for crimes that occur using the internet. You can view and download S.I.A.C. Resource List here.


Legal definitions of stalking vary by state. However, the Victim Connect Resource Center defines stalking as: “Stalking is a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear. Unlike other crimes that involve a single incident, stalking is a pattern of behavior. It is often made up of individual acts that could, by themselves, seem harmless or noncriminal, but when taken in the context of a stalking situation, could constitute criminal acts. Stalking is serious, often violent, and can escalate over time.”


If you choose to secure legal counsel, consider an Attorney who specializes in stalking. It's important to understand the stalking laws in your state (see resource section) which will empower you to advocate for yourself, know your rights, and collect legally acceptable evidence. Collecting legally acceptable evidence should be done discreetly because, otherwise, the stalking could intensify. The stalker’s goal is to remain hidden so there may not be tangible proof, but circumstantial evidence matters. The more information you collect can be a paper trail to help tell your story and track trends, but the goal is not to become obsessed or hypervigilant about collecting evidence. 


Some documentation may include:

  • Document trends and/or incidents with valid details (i.e. Repeated tag #'s, phone numbers/IP addresses, screenshots, videos, emails, dates, times, brief descriptions of events/incidents, etc.)  

  • Save and/or download all forms of contact and keep in a secure/locked place and share copies with a trusted friend (if needed).  


Victory Tip: Never put yourself in danger to collect evidence and avoid confronting the stalker(s)


CRIMES BY STALKERS AND THEIR ACCOMPLICES


Stalking is a crime and below are some of their Illegal and criminal acts—This list is not exhaustive and may vary by state. See link to state laws in resource tab.  

  • Tracking your location and/or following you

  • Sharing your location with others so they can follow and/or stalk by proxy (gang stalking)

  • Hacking into your phone, email, computer, Wi-Fi, etc.

  • Hacking security cameras 

  • Sharing photos/images of you (salacious, illegally accessed photos, etc)

  • Creating fake identities & pretending to be you (fake texts/emails/social media posts)

  • Violating their employer’s privacy policies-Use company’s resources to find out your personal information (medical, financial, automotive, cellular, mail, etc). Typically done by those involved in organized gang stalking based on where they’re employed.   

  • Slander, defamation, libel in an orchestrated smear campaign to ostracize you

  • Harassment/Intimidation and fear tactics (tailgating, etc)

  • Physical assault (including covert assaults such as shoulder bumping, elbow-rubbing, etc)

  • Violating their oath to protect & serve for those who are in law enforcement and/or military

  • Revenge porn, sexually explicit texts/emails, pornographic photos 

  • Sharing illegally retrieved information with the intent to defame you

  • Installing/activating listening devices in your car and/or home

  • Stealing/tampering with mail

  • Recording you (video/audio), and/or sharing with others

  • Damaging property/Unauthorized entry on property 

  • Doxxing-searching and/or publishing your private information

  • If the stalking involves minors/children, then additional criminal violations may apply (underage laws)


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