Oklahoma Stalking - Definitions

• Category: Oklahoma Jury Instructions - Official - Criminal - Assault and Battery
• State: Oklahoma
• Control #: OK-JURY-OUJI-4-31-CR
• Format: Word

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Stalking - Definitions Oklahoma Stalking — Definitions refer to the laws that define and prohibit stalking behavior in the state. Stalking is defined as the intentional and repeated following or harassing of another person in a manner that threatens or causes them fear of bodily harm or death. There are several types of stalking behavior that are prohibited in Oklahoma, including cyberstalking, physical stalking, and stalking through electronic communication. Cyberstalking is defined as using electronic means such as the internet, social media, or email to stalk another person. Physical stalking is the act of following or harassing another person in a physical manner, such as through physical contact or by watching or monitoring them in some way. Stalking through electronic communication includes threatening or harassing a person through the use of electronic means, such as text messages, phone calls, or emails. Under Oklahoma law, stalking is a crime punishable by imprisonment or fines, and the punishment for stalking may be increased if the stalker has a prior conviction or if a deadly weapon was used. In addition, victims of stalking in Oklahoma may be eligible for a restraining order, which can help protect them from further harm.

Oklahoma Stalking — Definitions refer to the laws that define and prohibit stalking behavior in the state. Stalking is defined as the intentional and repeated following or harassing of another person in a manner that threatens or causes them fear of bodily harm or death. There are several types of stalking behavior that are prohibited in Oklahoma, including cyberstalking, physical stalking, and stalking through electronic communication. Cyberstalking is defined as using electronic means such as the internet, social media, or email to stalk another person. Physical stalking is the act of following or harassing another person in a physical manner, such as through physical contact or by watching or monitoring them in some way. Stalking through electronic communication includes threatening or harassing a person through the use of electronic means, such as text messages, phone calls, or emails. Under Oklahoma law, stalking is a crime punishable by imprisonment or fines, and the punishment for stalking may be increased if the stalker has a prior conviction or if a deadly weapon was used. In addition, victims of stalking in Oklahoma may be eligible for a restraining order, which can help protect them from further harm.