Johnathan was a lifeguard at Lifetime Fitness with a more than good physique. He is used to many ladies flirting with him and loves the attention. One day in June, Johnathan is approached by Danielle, a young lady with long brown hair. She is clearly interested in him but he is not interested in her despite being polite to her flirtations. After their initial meeting, she starts coming to the pool every day he is at work. On days he is not, other lifeguards have been approached by her and asked by her if Johnathan was at work that day or not. Danielle drives a blue Saturn Ion. Coincidentally, as Johnathan is cutting the grass of his yard on Saturday morning in late June, a blue Saturn Ion drove by his home by a young lady with long, brown hair. It looked like Danielle. Henceforth, as he cuts the grass every Saturday morning, the same blue Saturn Ion driven by Danielle drives past. Finally, Danielle liked 250 pictures on Johnathan's Instagram. Johnathan is not in fear of his safety, just annoyed. He just ignores her and has not told Danielle to stop.

Question

What crime has Danielle committed if any?

a
Stalking
b
Domestic Violence
c
Bullying
d
No crime was committed. It is not a crime to be creepy.

Answer 1

a Stalking

Danielle's behavior could be considered stalking, which is characterized by repeated and unwanted attention or contact that causes the target to feel harassed or intimidated. Her actions of frequently visiting the pool to find Johnathan, inquiring about his schedule, and repeatedly driving by his house could fit the definition of stalking, especially if it is persistent and unwanted. Although stalking laws can vary by jurisdiction, in general, the criteria for stalking typically include repeated, unwanted behavior that causes distress.