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Describe The Relationship Between Stalking And Rape

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This week we were assigned to read chapter twelve which shed light on the topic of stalking and homicide. This chapter really defined the term stalking and what it actually consists of such as the warning signs. It also brings attention to what laws are in place for stalking and how police officers are to handle cases of stalking. The book defined the term stalking as a distinct form of criminal activity because of its pattern of behavior that is intended to cause harm or to instill fear in a person. Following or harassing someone typically characterizes the offense. (Gosselin, 2014, pg. 290) When one thinks of a stalker the first think that tends to come to mind is someone following you. Even though stalkers do follow their victims often this is just one of the many behaviors a stalker possess. The book does say that there is no template for the actions of a stalker but there are key behaviors that are persistent and that qualify as being a stalker. The first key behavior which I have already mentioned above is following. This most common behavior we see with stalkers and it’s used by the perpetrator to instill fear into their victim. An example of this is following your victim all day and then making contact with them and making them aware that you the perpetrator …show more content…

The majority of states do not require an police officer to have warrant to arrest someone who is accused of stalking to be exact forty-nine states do not require this. In my opinion I feel like this is a positive police and I support it. I think this is a good policy because stalking is so unique and there are so many warning sign that qualify as probable cause for an arrest by having no warrant needed victims are able to be protected before it is too late. I am glad to know that know warrant is needed in cases of stalking so that victims can feel safe

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