When Does Stalking Escalate to a Felony Under NY Penal Law §§ 120.50, 120.55, and 120.60? - David Mejia Colgan

BSPE Legal Marketing Podcast · May 5, 2026 · 2m

From David Mejia Colgan, Esq. - When Does Stalking Escalate to a Felony Under NY Penal Law §§ 120.50, 120.55, and 120.60? explores how stalking charges move from misdemeanor offenses to felony allegations under NY Penal Law §§ 120.50, 120.55, and 120.60. This episode breaks down the difference between fourth-degree stalking under § 120.45, third-degree stalking under § 120.50, second-degree stalking under § 120.55, and first-degree stalking under § 120.60, while explaining how factors like a prior stalking conviction, weapon display, physical injury, sexual contact, or targeting a child under…