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Virginia Petition for Protective Order Stalking
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Common stalking behaviors include: Repeated and unwanted communications through phone calls, mail, emails, or social media sites. Following the victim to work, school, home, or other places where they frequently visit.Repeatedly sending the victim unwanted gifts. Posting information, or spreading rumors about, the
Consequences. Somebody who violates a protective order in Virginia is going to be found guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor of protective order violation. That is the most serious type of misdemeanor in the state of Virginia, which carries up to 12 months in jail, up to a $2,500-fine, and it is a separate criminal offense.
Harassment means to repeatedly annoy or attack a person or group in such a way as to cause anxiety or fear for safety. Several different types of harassment are against Virginia law.(Code of Virginia § 18.2-186.4) This offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
What Is Stalking in Virginia? Stalking is defined in Va. Code § 18.2-60.3. Stalking is intentionally engaging in behavior or conduct that places another person in fear of death, criminal sexual activity, or bodily injury.
Importantly, since protective orders are part of the public record, future employers can see the order on your record during a background check. For this reason, you should always take a protective order seriously. Make sure to prepare for your hearing so you can defend yourself against any accusations.
Simple Obsessional: This is the most common type of stalker. The stalker is usually a male and the focus of the stalking is an ex-wife, ex-lover or former boss. In intimate relationships, the stalking frequently starts before the break-up.
In order to be eligible for a protective order, you must have been, within a reasonable period of time, subjected to an act involving violence, force, or threat that results in bodily injury or places you in reason- able fear of death, sexual assault, or bodily injury. (See Code of Virginia §19.2-152.10).
Protective Order ViolationsViolating protection or restraining orders in VA is typically a Class 1 misdemeanor. This could result in up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $2,500.
Stalking is a crime. It is an offence under the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007. Stalking is defined under this law and includes:Stalking involves a persistent course of conduct or actions by a person which are intended to maintain contact with or exercise power and control over another person.