Bill > S03394

This bill enacts the "Ceasing Repeated and Extremely Egregious Predatory (CREEP) Behavior Act", which establishes a comprehensive legal framework for obtaining anti-stalking orders. The bill creates a new legal mechanism allowing individuals to seek protection from stalking through a special court proceeding in the supreme court, where petitioners can obtain temporary or final anti-stalking orders against respondents who engage in repeated threatening behaviors. These orders can require the respondent to cease all contact with the petitioner, refrain from following or monitoring them (including electronically), stay away from specified locations, and prevent remote control of connected devices affecting the petitioner's property. The bill defines "stalking" broadly, encompassing various threatening behaviors outlined in the penal law, and provides that these orders can be issued for up to five years. The legislation also mandates that law enforcement agencies enforce these orders, with potential criminal penalties for violations, and ensures that orders from other jurisdictions will be recognized and enforced. Notably, the bill includes provisions for virtual court proceedings and requires notification of relevant authorities when such orders are issued, modified, or vacated, with the goal of providing comprehensive protection for individuals experiencing persistent harassment or threatening behavior.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3394