About the Issue
Stalking is a form of violence. When someone engages in repeated and unwanted behaviors to exert power and control over another, they can create fear in a person and destabilize their sense of safety.
New York State’s anti-stalking laws remain far weaker than the more expansive protections that already exist in 43 states across the country. Currently, victims of stalking in New York can only seek orders of protection against family members and intimate partners. If they are being harassed by anyone else—neighbors, co-workers, acquaintances, strangers—they are not eligible for assistance from the courts unless that person is arrested and prosecuted.
About the CREEP Act
The Ceasing Repeated and Extremely Egregious Predatory (CREEP) Behavior Act protects stalking victims in New York State regardless of how, why, and by whom they are being stalked.
New Yorkers have the right to seek protection in order to feel safe.
You can help—join us in urging lawmakers to pass the CREEP Act, now.
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Call script:
“Hello, my name is [your name] from [your county/town]. I am calling to urge
Senator/Assemblymember [representative’s name] to support the immediate passage of the anti-stalking CREEP Act (Bill #A3226/S3394). It’s unacceptable that New Yorkers have fewer protections than Americans in 43 other states.
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