Facing Stalking Charges in Minnesota? Protect Your Future with Jack Rice Defense
By Sullivan Rice
Stalking charges can have life-altering consequences, and they’re among the most complex cases in the criminal justice system. Whether you’re facing a gross misdemeanor or a felony, the penalties can be severe, and the collateral consequences even more damaging. These consequences may include the loss of your right to possess firearms, mandatory mental health assessments, no-contact orders, and harassment restraining orders. That’s why it’s critical to have an experienced, dedicated defense team like Jack Rice Defense on your side.
If you’re charged with stalking, you need attorneys who know how to defend these high-stakes cases. We’ve successfully handled many stalking-related charges and are ready to fight for your rights and your future.
What is Stalking Under Minnesota Law?
Under Minnesota Statutes Section 609.749, stalking is defined as engaging in conduct that makes the victim feel threatened, scared, or intimidated. This can be true even if there’s no prior relationship between the two parties. Stalking is not limited to physical actions—it can include online harassment, repeated unwanted communications, and even following the victim in person or through technology.
Here are some actions that can lead to a stalking charge:
Following, monitoring, or pursuing someone, whether in person or by using technology.
Sending repeated messages (via phone calls, texts, social media, or physical mail) that are unwanted by the victim.
Returning to a property without permission or lawful reason.
Inducing the victim to contact you or repeatedly making their phone ring.
Making false reports against law enforcement officers with the intent to disrupt their duties.
If convicted of a stalking offense, the penalties can include up to one year in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.
Felony Stalking Charges: What You Need to Know
Certain stalking behaviors are considered felonies in Minnesota. If your conduct meets any of the following criteria, you could face significant prison time and hefty fines:
Stalking based on protected characteristics, like the victim’s race, gender, or sexual orientation.
Impersonating someone else while engaging in stalking behavior.
Possessing a weapon during the stalking incident.
Tampering with the legal process, such as stalking a juror, prosecutor, or judge involved in a case.
Stalking a minor (if you’re more than 36 months older than the victim).
A conviction for felony stalking can result in up to five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both.
Pattern of Stalking Conduct: A Serious Felony
Minnesota also has a law for Pattern of Stalking Conduct, which is even more serious. This charge applies when a person engages in repeated stalking behavior toward one or more individuals, causing the victim to fear for their safety or feel terrorized. This is a felony charge that can result in up to 10 years in prison, a $20,000 fine, or both.
Why Choose Jack Rice Defense?
Stalking charges are serious, and your defense should be too. At Jack Rice Defense, we have the experience and dedication to protect your rights and fight for your future. Stalking allegations can often be misunderstood or misrepresented, and our skilled team will work hard to investigate every detail of your case to find weaknesses in the prosecution’s argument. Whether you’re facing misdemeanor charges or felony stalking offenses, we’ll give you the aggressive, personalized defense you deserve.
If you’ve been charged with stalking, don’t wait. Contact Jack Rice Defense today for a confidential consultation. We’ll help you understand your options and build a strategy to fight the charges.
Call now at 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339 for a no-cost consultation. Protect your rights, your reputation, and your future.
