State of Oklahoma v. Lilly Pearl Moreland

Walters, Oklahoma criminal defense lawyer represented the Defendant charged with stalking

Under Oklahoma Statutes §21-1173, stalking is defined as the willful, malicious, and repeated following or harassing of another person in a manner that would cause a reasonable person to feel frightened, intimidated, threatened, harassed, or molested, and that actually causes the victim to feel that way.

Key DefinitionsCourse of conduct: A series of two or more separate acts over a period of time showing a continuity of purpose.Harasses: A pattern of repeated or continuing unconsented contact causing emotional distress.Unconsented contact: Contact initiated or continued without consent or despite a request to stop (such as following, approaching, calling, texting, or leaving objects).

PenaltiesFirst Offense: Generally classified as a felony punishable by up to 3 years in prison, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.Aggravated/Repeat Offenses: Penalties increase significantly for second violations (up to 6 years) and third or subsequent violations (up to 12 years), or if there is an active protective order, restraining order, or violation of probation/parole.

Reported by Kent Morlan

A criminal charge is not proof of guilt.