Stalking to be criminalized under new Swiss law

Parliament approves measure to make stalking a specific criminal offense, addressing growing concerns about harassment and social media-enabled persecution.

Key Takeaways

Stalking will become a specific criminal offense in Switzerland
The maximum penalty will be up to three years in prison or a fine
The Federal Council supports the anti-stalking legislation

By The Numbers

Maximum years of imprisonment for stalking offenses

They Said

"Stalking causes psychological, physical and economic damage"
— Céline Vara

"Children, teenagers and women are among the victims that have their lives 'ruined' by stalking"
— Parliamentary Debate

Switzerland Criminalizes Stalking

Understanding the New Law

Impact and Victims

Implementation Challenges

Sources & References

Stalking to become separate Swiss criminal offence

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