What Is KRS 508.150?
KRS 508.150 is Kentucky’s second-degree stalking statute. It is the misdemeanor-level stalking offense, applying when the aggravating factors of first-degree stalking are not present. People in Lexington and Louisville frequently face these charges from contentious relationship breakups.
What the Statute Prohibits
A person commits second-degree stalking when they intentionally engage in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that:
- Seriously alarms, annoys, intimidates, or harasses
- Serves no legitimate purpose
- Includes a credible threat with the intent to place the person in reasonable fear
Penalties Under KRS 508.150
- Class A misdemeanor: Up to 12 months in jail
- Substantial fines
- Possible protective orders
Common Scenarios
- Repeated unwanted contact after a breakup
- Showing up at someone’s workplace or home
- Following someone in a vehicle
- Excessive social media monitoring or messaging
Defenses Available
- Lack of credible threat
- Legitimate purpose for the contact
- No course of conduct (just isolated incidents)
- Mistaken identity
- The contact was consensual
Get Legal Help Immediately
Stalking charges, even at the misdemeanor level, can have serious lasting consequences. Call 859-474-0001 — 24/7. Lexington, Louisville, statewide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon should I contact Clark + Harris after being charged in Kentucky?
As soon as possible. Early representation protects your rights during questioning, preserves evidence, and often leads to better outcomes. Call 859-474-0001 — we respond promptly to new inquiries.
Does Clark + Harris represent clients throughout Kentucky?
Yes. We represent clients in all 120 Kentucky counties, both state District and Circuit courts, and federal courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.
What happens during a free consultation with Clark + Harris?
We review the specific charges and evidence, discuss available defenses, explain the likely process in the relevant court, and give you a clear roadmap of next steps — at no cost to you.
Related Resources
If this information applied to your situation, the following Clark + Harris guides may also be helpful:
- KRS 508.075: Strangulation in the First Degree
- KRS 516.060: Possession of a Forged Instrument in the Second Degree
- KRS 218A.320: Maintaining a Common Nuisance (Drug House)
- KRS 508.140: Stalking in the First Degree
- KRS 528.040: Promoting Gambling in the Second Degree