Repeated Question Harassment

In New York, while it's not always necessary for someone to explicitly tell you to stop for it to be considered harassment, clear communication can help establish boundaries. If someone indicates that your behavior is unwelcome or distressing, continuing could potentially be seen as harassment. Would you like more details on how harassment is defined legally in New York?

In New York, harassment is generally defined under the New York Penal Law as engaging in conduct that is intended to harass, annoy, or alarm another person. Here are some key points:
- Harassment in the Second Degree: Includes physical contact, following someone in public, or engaging in a course of conduct that alarms or seriously annoys another person.
- Aggravated Harassment: Involves communication with intent to threaten or alarm, including via phone or electronic means.
- Course of Conduct: Repeated actions that show a pattern of behavior can be considered harassment, even without explicit threats.
Different levels and types of harassment carry various legal consequences. If you need more details on specific scenarios or charges, let me know!

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Asking someone, "Why do you think I wear thongs?" could be considered harassment if it is done repeatedly with the intent to annoy, alarm, or distress the person. Context and intent are important factors. If the question is part of a pattern of behavior that makes the person uncomfortable, it could potentially be considered harassment under New York law.