Pathways towards new criminalisation

Stalking, which is a form of interpersonal violence, has been increasing and has a significant impact on affected victims. However, despite established scientific consensus, the juridical–legal system, specifically in Europe, is still extremely asymmetric. Portugal, compelled by scientific data and...

Full description

Saved in:  
Bibliographic Details
Authors: Ferreira, Célia (Author) ; Matos, Marlene (Author) ; Antunes, Carla (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2018
In: European journal on criminal policy and research
Year: 2018, Volume: 24, Issue: 3, Pages: 335-344
Online Access: Volltext (Resolving-System)
Journals Online & Print:
Drawer...
Check availability: HBZ Gateway
Keywords:
Stalking
Criminalisation
Implications
Challenges
Portugal
Description
Summary:Stalking, which is a form of interpersonal violence, has been increasing and has a significant impact on affected victims. However, despite established scientific consensus, the juridical–legal system, specifically in Europe, is still extremely asymmetric. Portugal, compelled by scientific data and the Istanbul Convention, was the most recent country to approve specific legislation against stalking. In this critical review, we describe the previous national situation and provide examples from other countries to elucidate the trajectory of the recent criminalisation process, analyse the existing legal content and reflect upon the implications and challenges associated with this legal progression.
ISSN:1572-9869
DOI:10.1007/s10610-017-9346-1