Narcissism Glossary

following and contacting you after you said no

๐Ÿ‘ฃ In U.S. law, stalking broadly covers a course of conduct โ€” approaching, tracking, or contacting someone against their will without legitimate reason โ€” that causes fear or distress. Stalking is a crime in every state, with definitions varying by state.

Don't wait on the legal classification โ€” if approaching or tracking is continuing and you're in danger now, call 911 first.

Often seen in situations like these

Blocked, they message from new numbers and wait near your home or work. Your schedule and location get mined through friends.

When this happens, try this

๐Ÿ’ก It's safer not to meet alone to persuade them. From safety, calmly preserve the dates, places, messages, and approach records. If the danger continues โ€” following you, showing up at home or work โ€” call 911, and ask the police or a support organization about protective orders available to you.

Type law & safety ยท Topic Control & threats ยท Term Stalking Behavior and Stalking Crime ยท Also known as Stalking Behavior and Stalking Crime

Official sources & review information

Standard/jurisdiction United States ยท Last reviewed 2026.08.14

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