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Dealing with a Stalking Charge in Western Australia?
Dealing with a Stalking Charge in Western Australia?
Stalking is a serious criminal offence that can affect your criminal record, your liberty, and your future, and the law in this area is broadly defined, meaning charges can arise from conduct that may not have been intended to cause fear or harassment. The Kate King Legal team can help if you have been charged with stalking, ensuring your case is presented as strongly as possible at every stage of the process.

Charged with Stalking in Western Australia?
Stalking is a serious criminal offence in Western Australia that can result in imprisonment, a criminal record, and significant restrictions on your freedom. What constitutes stalking under WA law is broadly defined, and charges can arise from conduct that may not have been intended to cause fear or harassment. If you have been charged with stalking, Kate King Legal’s experienced criminal lawyers in Perth are ready to provide expert legal advice and strong representation.
Types of Stalking Offences Under WA Law
Stalking offences in Western Australia are governed by the Criminal Code Act Compilation Act 1913 (WA). The offence covers a wide range of conduct directed at another person. Relevant charges include:
- Stalking
- Aggravated Stalking
- Threatening Behaviour
- Breach of a Restraining Order Related to Stalking Conduct
- Using Electronic Communications to Stalk or Harass
Stalking includes following a person, watching or frequenting a place they visit, contacting them repeatedly by any means, or engaging in conduct that could reasonably cause the other person to fear for their safety. The charge you face will depend on the nature of the alleged conduct and whether any aggravating circumstances apply.
What Penalties Could You Face?
Stalking carries significant maximum penalties under WA law, with the severity depending on the nature of the conduct and whether any aggravating factors are present. Courts will consider the nature and duration of the conduct, the impact on the victim, and your personal circumstances when determining sentence. A stalking conviction will also result in a permanent criminal record and may affect your employment and ability to obtain certain licences or clearances.
Your Defence Options
A stalking charge requires the prosecution to prove that you engaged in a course of conduct directed at a specific person and that you knew or ought to have known that the conduct would cause fear. Depending on the circumstances, a number of defences may be available, including disputing that the conduct amounted to a course of conduct, establishing that there was a lawful reason for the conduct, or challenging whether any fear was reasonable. At Kate King Legal, we take a rigorous, evidence-led approach to every case: scrutinising the evidence, identifying weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, and building the most effective defence available on your behalf.
Speak to The #1 Stalking Offence Lawyer in Perth
If you have been charged with stalking in Western Australia, Kate King Legal is ready to help. Our experienced criminal defence lawyers will assess your case, advise you on your options honestly, and represent you effectively.If you have been charged with stalking in Western Australia, Kate King Legal is ready to help. Our experienced criminal defence lawyers will assess your case, advise you on your options honestly, and represent you effectivelyIIIffhave been charged with stalking in Western Australia, Kate King Legal is ready to help. Our experienced criminal defence lawyers will assess your case, advise you on your options honestly, and represent you effectively.
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What to Do If You’ve Been Charged with Criminal Offence?
What to Do If You’ve Been Charged with Criminal Offence?
If you are the subject of a criminal offence, we recommend you make no comment to the police other than providing your name, date of birth, and address, until you have obtained advice from a criminal lawyer. Here are the steps we’d recommend:

1. Seek Legal Advice
2. Assess the Case
3. Evaluate The Options

4. Prepare For Court
How Kate King Legal Can Help
At Kate King Legal, we understand that facing a criminal charge is one of the most stressful and serious situations a person can experience – particularly where the outcome will have a lasting impact on your record, your career, and your future. We also recognise that these matters require careful, thorough, and considered legal advice at every stage.
Our experienced lawyers work closely with each client to assess the evidence and build a strong, tailored defence strategy specific to the facts of their case. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcome and supporting our clients through every step of the process.

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