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You would first have to determine if such a charge even existed within your state laws. It might be called something else, or it might be lumped together under some other statute.

But, generally, it covers such offenses as stalking, trespassing, annoying phone calls, unwanted communications, etc, etc.

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Is sexual harassment a criminal or civil case?

Sexual Harassment is a civil case, it is not criminal and would be handled as a civil suit. Criminally, it is classified as Harassment. If you wish to report the sexual harassment to policy, the offender will be charged with harassment.


What can you do about a repeat offender of harassment?

Report them to law enforcement. If their harassment of you rises to the level of a criminal act, they can be arrested and charged.


First degree criminal intent and third degree harassment?

because 1st is for small and 3rd is for big criminal


Is sexual harassment ever criminal matter?

It is a civil issue, unless it involved assault or other criminal activity.


Is sexual harassment moral or ethically wrong?

Both. It is also could be criminal.


Is harassment illegal?

Yes, harassment is illegal in many countries and can be punished under various laws. It is important to report harassment to the appropriate authorities so action can be taken against the perpetrator.


If your neighbors excessively call the police just because you carry a concealed weapon could you bring up harassment charges on them since its your constitutional right to keep and bear arms?

No. Private individuals cannot make or file criminal charges. If you feel that their actions are harassment, you could report it to the police. However, reporting suspected criminal behavior to the police is probably not going to be sufficient to make a case for criminal harassment.


Can I legally harass a disabled combat veteran?

Of course not! Harassment of anybody, veteran or not, is a criminal activity.


What sentence can harassment carry?

Harassment can be a serious situation with significant life impacting consequences. You may want to check out your States criminal code as to the penalty involved if charged and convicted.


What is the best thing to do about harassment?

Sometimes the best thing to do is to ignore it. The harasser is looking for your response and enjoys it, knowing that they have "gotten" to you. If it rises to the level of criminal harassment do not hesitate to report it to the police.


Is it considered harassment if a coworker goes and tells other coworkers to not talk to you because you have a criminal record?

Yes.


Is a repo man allowed to harass your family on where you live?

No. Absolutely not. While laws regarding repossession may differ to some extent between states, criminal harassment is still criminal harassment, even with a legitimate order for repossession. If this behaviour continues, notify the police immediately.