What to do when you are being Cyberstalked?

What to do about cyberstalking

1. If you are afraid that you are in immediate danger, do not hesitate to contact 911.
2. Document every interaction.
3. Contact the police to file a complaint and be sure to present them with the evidence.
4. File a restraining order.

How do I report someone for cyberstalking?

To report cyberstalking call 1-800-CALL-FBI, or www.fbi.gov/tips. Johnson says every tip sent to the FBI is looked at by an agent, and the FBI or local authorities can’t get involved unless a complaint is on file.

What is cyberstalking and how can you prevent it?

Cyberstalking is a type of crime that involves the use of technology to harass or stalk someone. Most cyberstalkers want to make their victim feel embarrassed, annoyed or threatened. Typical forms of cyberstalking include false accusations, data manipulation, blackmail, threats, and monitoring someone’s online and offline activities.

Can a victim tell if a cyberstalker is a stranger?

Often, the victim has no way of knowing whether the cyberstalker is a stranger or someone they know in real life. According to a 2003 paper “ An Exploration of Predatory Behaviour in Cyberspace: Towards a Typology of Cyberstalkers ” by Leroy McFarlane and Paul Bocij, cyberstalkers typically fall into one of four categories:

What are the laws for cyberstalking and harassment?

Some states, like California and Illinois, have specific anti cyberstalking and harassment laws. Federal law also prohibits cyberstalking. Working to Halt Online Abuse (WHOA), a volunteer organization whose goal is to fight online harassment, has a comprehensive list of state and federal cyberstalking laws.

How do I block an email address from cyberstalkers?

The majority of email service providers allow you to block an email address, too. Here’s how you can do that on Gmail. If the cyberstalker has created a website to slander you, you can contact the web host directly (but first collect evidence — more on that below).