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Stalking
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Queens and NYC - Call: (718) 742-6300
Nassau - Call: (516) 742-2300
Suffolk - Call: (631) 752-8800
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New York criminal defense lawyer for all types of stalking cases
If you have been accused of stalking, finding a criminal defense lawyer you can trust is vital. You need someone who is experienced and has a proven track record of success. Someone who thoroughly understands stalking laws. And someone who will fight tirelessly to defend your rights and reputation.
At Limmer & Associates, you’ll find New York criminal defense lawyers who do all that and much more. During your initial free consultation we'll explain stalking laws, the legal process and your options. We realize that being accused of a crime can be terrifying and we want to put you at ease. From start to finish you can rest assured that we will do our best to achieve the most favorable outcome.
What is stalking?
A person is guilty of stalking when he or she intentionally, and for no legitimate purpose:
- Causes reasonable fear of material harm to the physical health, safety or property of a person, a member of that person's immediate family or a third party with whom that person is acquainted; or
- Causes material harm to the mental or emotional health of a person, through communication via the phone, the targeted person's immediate family, or a third party with whom the targeted person is acquainted
- Causes the targeted person reasonable fear that his or her employment, business or career is threatened.
Stalking victims are usually:
- Ex-spouses
- Ex –boyfriends or ex-girlfriends
- Teachers
- Celebrities
- Doctors
- Politicians
- Whistleblowers
There are various degrees of stalking. Classification is dependent upon several factors including:
- If the defendant is a repeat convicted offender
- If the defendant had been warned before
- How many people the person is accused of stalking
- If the accused person threatened death, kidnapping or a sexual offense
- If a weapon – or the appearance of a weapon - was used
- The age of the victim
- The age of the arrested
- If the stalking victim was physically injured due to an intentional or reckless act
First Degree and Second Degree stalking are felonies. Lesser degrees are classified as misdemeanors. Also, depending on the case, stalking may involve concurrent charges such as breaking and entering, trespassing or intimidation of a witness.
Stalking penalties
Stalking penalties depend on the severity and classification of the crime. Penalties may include:
- Jail time
- Fines
- Probation
Call for your FREE consultation with a New York criminal defense lawyer
Protect your rights and contact Limmer & Associates today for your FREE consultation. We have years of experience representing clients accused of stalking crimes. We'll answer all of your questions, give you personal attention and guide you in the right direction.
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Queens and NYC:
Call: (718) 742-6300
Nassau:
Call: (516) 742-2300
Suffolk:
Call: (631) 752-8800
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