ADLA member for - NT
Written by
Peter Maley
Director - Criminal Lawyer
Law Information - Other Criminal Offences - NT
Stalking
Date: 09/01/2009
The Law - Stalking is the act of intentionally harassing, threatening or intimidating a person by following them about, waiting outside their house or workplace, interfering with their property and so on. This offences is contained in Section 189 of the NT Criminal Code.
Maximum Penalty - Stalking
This offence carries a maximum period of imprisonment of 5 years if there are aggravating circumstances.
What the prosecution must prove - Stalking
To be advised.
Possible Defences - Stalking
To be advised.
The Court process - Stalking
To be advised.