With Valentine’s Day approaching we want to highlight the fact that stalking is not romantic.
Stalking is illegal and stalkers can be held accountable. Stalking can include following, harassing, and/or intimidating someone in person, by phone, mail, over social media, or in other ways. Stalking behavior involves a series of acts which at first may seem harmless but can quickly escalate into dangerous, even deadly, situations. Stalking can cause the victim to fear for their safety or suffer substantial emotional distress.
If you are in danger, call 911. Contact your local domestic violence program for free and confidential resources.
To learn more, check out our article What is the Law on Stalking in Montana?
Need more help? MLSA assists Montanans with civil legal issues. To apply, contact Montana Legal Services Association (MLSA) at 1-800-666-6899 or apply online at MontanaLawHelp.org.