What does “course of conduct” mean in the context of a stalking charge?

2020-06-29T11:13:32+00:00

We’ve all done something we later regretted.  Stalking is not a crime that is meant to capture singular mistakes.  There is no set number of times that makes something a “course of conduct”.  What is clear is it must be more than once and should [...]

What does “course of conduct” mean in the context of a stalking charge?2020-06-29T11:13:32+00:00

What is stalking in the 4th degree?

2025-11-24T19:48:34+00:00

Stalking in the 4th Degree is when a person intentionally, and for no legitimate purpose, engages in a course of conduct directed at someone, and knows or reasonably should know that the conduct is likely to cause reasonable fear of harm. Stalking in the 4th [...]

What is stalking in the 4th degree?2025-11-24T19:48:34+00:00

What is stalking in the 3rd degree?

2020-06-29T11:12:26+00:00

Stalking at this degree builds on many of the same conditions contained in the Stalking in the 4th Degree charge.  A charge of Stalking in the 4th Degree becomes a Stalking in the 3rd Degree charge if: the fear of harm is a serious physical [...]

What is stalking in the 3rd degree?2020-06-29T11:12:26+00:00

What is stalking in the 2nd degree?

2020-06-29T11:11:58+00:00

Stalking in the 2nd Degree builds on those circumstances listed above with Stalking in the 3rd Degree.  You may be charged with Stalking in the 2nd Degree if: you commit Stalking in the 3rd Degree and display, possess, or threaten use of a weapon; or [...]

What is stalking in the 2nd degree?2020-06-29T11:11:58+00:00

What is stalking in the 1st Degree?

2020-06-29T11:11:23+00:00

Stalking in the 1st Degree can be committed in two distinct ways.  Both require that you are engaged in Stalking in the 3rd Degree, and while doing so: you intentionally or recklessly cause injury to a person; or you commit another crime. Stalking in the [...]

What is stalking in the 1st Degree?2020-06-29T11:11:23+00:00

What options do I have to seal my record in New York?

2020-06-29T10:46:52+00:00

There are various options to seal criminal matters in New York. Upon acquittal, or dismissal for other reasons, such as an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal (ACOD), the records are sealed, and the defendant's fingerprints and photos are returned or destroyed pursuant to Criminal Procedure [...]

What options do I have to seal my record in New York?2020-06-29T10:46:52+00:00

How long do I have to wait to seal my New York criminal convictions under 160.59?

2020-06-29T10:46:30+00:00

As of October 2017, individuals who have been convicted of an eligible offense can bring an application to have their records sealed as long as they have not been convicted of another crime for a period of ten (10) years since their conviction date or [...]

How long do I have to wait to seal my New York criminal convictions under 160.59?2020-06-29T10:46:30+00:00

Is my conviction one that can be sealed under CPL 160.59?

2020-06-29T10:46:05+00:00

Most non-violent felonies and misdemeanors are eligible.  Sex crimes, violent felonies and serious felonies are not eligible for sealing. The following is a general list of crimes that may NOT be sealed under this law: Any sex offense within Penal Law §130 (Sex Offenses) Any [...]

Is my conviction one that can be sealed under CPL 160.59?2020-06-29T10:46:05+00:00

Do I qualify to have my convictions sealed under CPL 160.59?

2020-06-29T10:45:40+00:00

An individual may be eligible if they meet the following criteria: Have not been convicted of a crime for a period of ten (10) years since their sentencing. If they were sentenced to jail/prison, ten (10) years since their release. Have two or less criminal [...]

Do I qualify to have my convictions sealed under CPL 160.59?2020-06-29T10:45:40+00:00
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