January is Stalking Awareness Month

Stalking is:.

• repeated and unwanted contact that makes you feel afraid or harassed.
• serious, often violent, and can escalate over time.
• a crime in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.

Stalking can look like:

• calling, texting or leaving voicemails even after you’ve asked them to stop.
• constantly checking in on you at home, work, or school.
• vandalizing your car or other property.
• controlling your phone, internet or social media.
• showing up where you are, even when you haven’t shared your location with them.
• asking friends, family or co-workers for information about you.