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Stalking: Dangerous Obsession

By Steven Rodriguez

In films and even songs, stalking can be made light of, or even perceived as a positive or complimentary thing.  However, in real life stalking is a danger that could lead to incredible harm and a wide array of crimes.  Stalking is defined by California Penal Code Section 646.9, which provides that “any person who willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly follows or harasses another person and who makes a credible threat with the intent to place that person in reasonable fear for his or her safety, or the safety of his or her immediate family” is guilty of the crime of stalking. In essence, stalking is unwanted pursuit. There are a number of organizations out to help individuals who are being stalked.  The reality is there are individuals who stalk for a variety of reasons...continue to full post

Full post as published by LA Criminal Defense Blog on March 05, 2008 (boomark / email).