Harassment in the first degree means a pattern of intentional, substantial, and unreasonable intrusion into the private life of a targeted person that serves no legitimate purpose and causes the person to suffer mental or emotional distress. Some examples are following the person, repeated contact after the person has made it known it is unwanted, surveillance of the person or vandalism. Harassment in the second degree is generally verbal, written or electronic contact with the person. A person may be sentenced up to 5 years for harassment. There are many defenses to the charge of harassment and you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to make sure your rights are protected. If you are charged with harassment, contact Derek Enderlin or Susannah Ross for representation you know is experienced and aggressive.