Stalking

The term, taken from the English language, means obsessively following, harassing and threatening a person against their will. This means, for example: harassing and following, watching, lurking outside the home or workplace, a flood of calls or text messages, threats and disturbing messages, dangerous physical attacks.

Stalking is a criminal offense under Section 107a of the Criminal Code and can be punished with a prison sentence of up to one year. Protection against invasions of privacy is contained in Art. 277d of the Enforcement Code.

Those affected by stalking can find advice and support from the following offices:

In the event of an acute threat:

National police, emergency number 117

Liechtenstein Women's Shelter, tel. +423 380 02 03

Victim support center, tel. +423 236 76 96

Information and advice center for women (infra), tel. +423 232 08 80