Stalking

What is Stalking?

A first offense is a misdemeanor. Second and subsequent offenses will result in a felony charge and can be sentenced between one and ten years in prison, and your misdeed will be published, typically in your local newspaper. You may also be subject to a psychological evaluation.

Aggravated Stalking

Aggravated stalking also occurs when you meet the above definition plus meet these certain requirements such as violating:

• Bond to keep the peace
• Temporary or permanent restraining order
• Temporary or permanent protective order
• Good behavior bond
• Preliminary or permanent injunction or condition of pretrial release
• Condition of probation or parole

Aggravated stalking is a felony offense that can result in imprisonment between one and ten years as well as a fine of $10,000.00 or less.

Exemptions to Stalking Statutes

You are exempted if you’re engaged in protected activity defined by the U.S. or Georgia’s constitutions or engaged in lawful business activity or professional practice. For example, private investigators will most likely not incur charges for surveilling people.

Criminal Defense Attorney in Your Corner

Many people are incorrectly accused, particularly by overwrought family members caught up in the heat of a divorce or other domestic situation. If you’ve been charged, don’t hesitate to contact Attorney Dean Phillips. He will help you establish a defense in your case.

Mr. Phillips can represent you if you are charged with stalking in Marietta, Cobb County, Paulding County, Bartow County, Acworth, Austell, Powder Springs, Smyrna, Kennesaw and Woodstock. For a free consultation for your criminal defense case, call 770-415-0933.