Stalking defined as following or electronically monitoring a woman despite clear disinterest, punishable by imprisonment and fine. Stalking is defined as a man repeatedly following or contacting a woman despite a clear indication of disinterest, or monitoring her internet, e mail or electronic communications. The offence requires proof of the woman's clear disinterest unless the conduct falls within three exceptions: prevention or detection of crime by an entrusted State actor; compliance with law or legal requirement; or conduct that is reasonable and justified. Penalties are imprisonment (first conviction up to three years; subsequent convictions up to five years) and fine.
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Stalking defined as following or electronically monitoring a woman despite clear disinterest, punishable by imprisonment and fine.
Stalking is defined as a man repeatedly following or contacting a woman despite a clear indication of disinterest, or monitoring her internet, e mail or electronic communications. The offence requires proof of the woman's clear disinterest unless the conduct falls within three exceptions: prevention or detection of crime by an entrusted State actor; compliance with law or legal requirement; or conduct that is reasonable and justified. Penalties are imprisonment (first conviction up to three years; subsequent convictions up to five years) and fine.
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