Repeated Harassment Concerns

Summary

Repeated unwanted approaches in New York may be considered harassment if they cause alarm or distress. Document each encounter and consider reporting to local authorities. Harassment involves behavior intended to alarm or seriously annoy. If you feel threatened, its important to take action.

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There is a stranger that for the third time now every single time he sees me in public walking on a public sidewalk he approaches me asking me questions like do you smoke weed I say no I don't then he says do you do crack I said no I don't he was going to ask me another question but I walked away from him he's did this three different days now.
Hi Patrick! It sounds like a concerning situation. Here are some general steps you might consider:
- Try to avoid the stranger by choosing different routes or times for your walks.
- Consider documenting each encounter, noting time, place, and what was said.
- You might want to inform local authorities if you feel threatened or harassed.
Would you like more details on how to proceed legally in such situations?
Did he commit a crime
In New York, the stranger's behavior might not directly constitute a crime unless it includes threats or harassment. However, if you feel threatened, it's important to document the encounters and consider reporting them to local authorities. Would you like guidance on how to file such a report?
The person is approaching me asking me incriminating questions I always say no to them and he comes back with more and he does it every time I'm out there
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It seems like a frustrating and possibly concerning situation. In New York, repeatedly approaching someone in a manner that causes alarm or distress could potentially be considered harassment. Documenting each encounter and reporting to local authorities is recommended. Do you want more information on how to file a report?
I am very distressed by his actions
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It sounds like the stranger's behavior is distressing and might be bordering on harassment. In New York, harassment involves behavior that intends to alarm or seriously annoy. It's important to:
- Document each encounter thoroughly.
- Consider speaking with local authorities for advice on filing a report.
If you need more guidance on how to proceed legally, let me know!
In New York, repeatedly approaching someone in a manner that causes alarm or distress could potentially be considered harassment.
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Hi Patrick, it sounds like the stranger's behavior is distressing and might be considered harassment. In New York, harassment involves behavior that intends to alarm or seriously annoy. If you need more guidance on how to proceed legally or file a report, let me know!