Stalking protection: what to do

Get help first if danger is immediate

In Germany, call 110 if an attack is imminent or you face an immediate threat. Move to a safe place where possible. A private security enquiry is not a substitute for the police emergency number.

Record incidents and seek support

• •Keep messages, call logs and letters; record dates, locations and possible witnesses.
• •Inform trusted people and, where appropriate, your workplace.
• •Contact the police or a specialist support organisation.
• •Have injuries medically treated and documented.

Contact boundaries and digital security

German police crime-prevention guidance recommends clearly rejecting unwanted contact and not engaging with further contact attempts. If you have safety concerns, agree the approach with police or a support service; do not seek a personal confrontation. Preserve evidence before deleting messages. Review account access and location sharing.

Legal and practical measures

A court protection order may be available where the legal conditions are met. Police, support services or legal advice can help assess options. Private accompaniment, secure transfers and reviews of home or workplace routines may complement these measures; they do not replace court decisions or police assistance.

Take the impact seriously

Stalking can significantly disrupt daily life. Seek support and develop a practical plan together. These steps provide general guidance, not individual legal advice or a promise that a particular measure will stop another person’s behaviour.

Sources and further guidance

• Police: stalking guidance
• Court protection orders