Stalking; using electronically transmitted communication, penalty.

Stalking by electronically transmitted communication; penalty. Provides that "electronically transmitted communication" includes communication by telephone, computer, or other electronic device for the offense of stalking, which is punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor or, if the second offense occurs within five years of a prior conviction for stalking, is punishable as a Class 6 felony.

Source: OpenStates · fetched April 8, 2026

• Survivor (domestic or sexual violence)directModerate impactHigh certainty

  Provides enhanced legal protections against stalking through electronic means, with increased penalties for repeat offenders.

  “Provides that "electronically transmitted communication" includes communication by telephone, computer, or other electronic device for the offense of stalking, which is punishable as a Class 1 misdemeanor or, if the second offense occurs within five years of a prior conviction for stalking, is punishable as a Class 6 felony.”· Stalking by electronically transmitted communication; penalty.