Cyber-stalking is not defined by New Jersey law nor is there a specific offense in the Criminal Code by this name. There is, however, federal law known as the US Anti-Cyber-Stalking contained at 47 U.S.C. § 223.
Cyber harassment is set set forth at N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4.1 and occurs when someone intentional harasses over the internet by:
(1) threatens to inflict injury or physical harm to person or property;
(2) sending lewd, indecent, or obscene material to or about a person in order to cause emotionally harm or fear of physical or emotional harm; or
(3) threatening to commit a crime against a person or their property.
If you are charged with cyber-harassment in New Jersey, contact Marshall Criminal Defense right away, so they can help you protect your rights.
