Handling Threats Across States

Summary

Threats made against you can be classified as harassment or menacing, depending on the nature and intent. Harassment involves intentional conduct causing distress or fear, while menacing involves threats creating fear of imminent harm. Since the threats occurred while you were in Texas and involved individuals in Illinois, jurisdiction can be complex. It is important to understand the legal implications in both states and consider seeking legal guidance to address the situation effectively.

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I had questions about someone making threats against me
I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with this situation, ****. In Colorado, threats can fall under harassment or menacing laws. Could you share more details about the nature of these threats? For instance, are they verbal, written, or physical?
These threats were brought to my attention by the person who the harasser was primarily speaking to. The events took place as early as jan *, at the time I was a TX resident while the Harasser & witness were/are residents of IL.
Thanks for sharing more details, ****. Since the threats occurred while you were in Texas and involved individuals in Illinois, jurisdiction might be complex. Generally, threats can be classified as:
- Harassment: Intentional conduct causing distress or fear.
- Menacing: Threats creating fear of imminent harm.
Would you like guidance on how to handle this situation legally across different states?