Am I being stalked? Who do I report it to?
Stalking (belaging) criminal under art. 285b Sr: deliberate + systematic intrusion personal life. Max 3 yrs prison. Acute danger: 112. Else report: 0900-8844 or police station. Build dossier: log with date, time, place, witnesses, screenshots, chats, photos, voicemail. More evidence, stronger case. Civil injunction: contact ban + street ban via lawyer (€1,500-3,000). On breach: penalty + police. Slachtofferhulp NL free: 0900-0101 — legal/emotional support. Ex-partner stalking: combine with Veilig Thuis 0800-2000 (domestic violence). Online stalking: report at platform (removal), Offlimits helpline 0800-0432 for advice. Safety tips: change passwords, location off apps, replace locks, no predictable routine, trusted people informed.
Step by step
- 1Build stalking dossierLog: date, time, place, witnesses, screenshots, voicemails. Keep all unread.
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- 3Engage Slachtofferhulp0900-0101 free. Legal + emotional. Sense of agency.
- 4Injunction for contact banLawyer €1,500-3,000 (legal aid insurance covers). On breach: penalty + police.
- 5Home safety measuresLocks, location apps off, password reset, trusted persons briefed.
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Frequently asked questions
What if police refuse my report?
Filing is a right. Ask letter. On refusal: written complaint to station chief + ombudsman. Complaint also to OM (Public Prosecutor) if police don't prosecute — OM has final say.
How much evidence do I need?
Pattern counts: multiple incidents over time. Ideally 5-10 documented for criminal case. Civil (contact ban): lower threshold, 3-5 pieces often enough.
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