What is the legal definition of harassment?

Answer by  brenben54 (36)

The definition of harassment varies from state to state, but generally includes making threats, intimidating a person so as to put them in fear of their safety.

Answer by  Paul99 (47)

Harassment consists of an ongoing pattern of behavior intended to annoy or embarrass another person which behavior would embarass or annoy the average person.

Answer by  Cathy65 (652)

A course of conduct directed at a specific person that causes substantial emotional distress in such person and serves no legitimate purpose.

Answer by  mkoepp (37)

Defined it is conduct directed at a specific person that causes substantial emotional distress in such a way and serves no legitimate purpose.

Answer by  aearthdragon (471)

In the state of Texas it is unwanted, demeaning, constant attention by an individual at home or work place that is threatening in nature.