Prosecuting Stalking Cases in the Age of Technology
Course Description
The dynamics of stalking creates unique issues when it comes to prosecution. Stalking cases can result from previously existing relationships or involve a perpetrator who is a stranger to the victim. Understanding the psychology of offending for this particular type of crime is essential to a successful investigation and prosecution. The use of new and emerging methods in technology-facilitated sexual violence against children require ongoing training and research into developing trends.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand the origins of stalking statutes and the requirements of certain events or patterns in order to meet legally-required elements.
2. Discuss the psychology of the relationship-based offender and the stranger offender.
3. Explore the law and psychology in relation to emerging technology and cyber-facilitated stalking methods.
2. Discuss the psychology of the relationship-based offender and the stranger offender.
3. Explore the law and psychology in relation to emerging technology and cyber-facilitated stalking methods.
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