Overview Articles
Overview Articles
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Federal Stalking and Harassment Laws
A person who engages in harassing or stalking behavior in violation of federal law can face serious criminal penalties, including lengthy terms of imprisonment and substantial fines.
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Harassment and Cyberbullying as Crimes
Harassment crimes include stalking, bullying, hate crimes and more. The penalties for a conviction can be severe.
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Teen Cyberbullying and Harassment
Teenage bullying is nothing new, but it's become even more prevalent and problematic through the use of technology.
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Defending Against an Accusation of Stalking
Stalking is a serious crime that can be a felony or misdemeanor. All 50 states have criminal laws against stalking.
Questions & Answers
Questions & Answers
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What are schools required to do to address bullying and cyberbullying?
Many states require schools to adopt rules and procedures to identify and deal with student bullying.
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Don't Kids Have First Amendment Rights?
Kids have First Amendment rights, and they don't shed these rights at "the schoolhouse gate." Learn about the free speech rights of minors and students.