What is required for a situation to be classified as Stalking?

For a situation to be classified as stalking, it is essential that more than one act of harassment occurs. Stalking is characterized by a pattern of behavior that instills fear or concern for safety in the victim. This behavior typically involves a series of acts that could range from unwelcome communications to physical following, which collectively create a feeling of intimidation or threat.

Simply having a single event or a one-time instance does not meet the threshold for stalking; it is the repetitive nature of the behavior that solidifies its classification as stalking. The legal definitions of stalking often take into account the cumulative effect of these actions, emphasizing the need for a pattern rather than isolated incidents.