Legislative changes needed to close loopholes in New York State stalking laws, experts and lawmakers say
- Posted on June 2, 2026
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Legislative changes needed to close loopholes in New York State stalking laws, experts and lawmakers say
These gaps, experts contend, were glaringly exposed when a New Jersey man was allowed to continue stalking and harassing Suffolk County nurse Melanie Smith for three years, with law enforcement seemingly unable, or unwilling to take action.