STALKING IN LITHUANIA: THE ANALYSIS OF RESEARCH AND PRACTICE SITUATION

Based on the research conducted in 2021-2022, this study presents the characteristics of the stalking phenomenon in Lithuania, reviews the existing means of response, recent court practice, reveals the attitudes of the representatives of the criminal justice system and provides some insights about the practical response to stalking. Major issues and opportunities of supporting the victims are also discussed.

RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE PREVENTION AND RESPONSE TO STALKING

The aim of the publication is to provide guidance to interested institutions (law enforcement agencies, ministries of the Republic of Lithuania and their subordinate bodies), NGOs and the general public on how to successfully respond to persecution, how to provide assistance to victims of persecution, how to ensure the safety of victims of persecution, and how to carry out preventive work with different groups of people.