Stalking

Stalking Charges Attorney in Pasco County

Criminal Defense for Stalking Accusations in the Tampa Bay Area

A stalking charge in Pasco County carries real consequences: potential jail time, a permanent criminal record, and civil injunctions that restrict where you can go and who you can contact. Thurow Law, located in Dade City, defends individuals who have been arrested, accused, or are under investigation for stalking throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Attorney Todd Thurow brings 20 years of experience in the criminal justice system to every case.

What sets this defense approach apart is how Thurow Law evaluates the case against a client. Before becoming a criminal defense attorney, Todd Thurow worked in law enforcement. That background gives him direct insight into how investigating agencies build cases, gather evidence, and document alleged conduct. When reviewing a stalking accusation, he examines the methods behind the investigation, not just the charges on paper.

If you’re facing a stalking charge in Pasco County, don’t wait to get legal counsel. Call Thurow Law at (352) 775-0775 to schedule a consultation, including evenings and weekends.

Defending Clients from a Position of Insider Knowledge

Stalking cases often rest on subjective interpretations of behavior, digital communications, and witness accounts. Building an effective defense requires understanding how police procedures shape the evidence presented at trial. Because Todd Thurow has worked on the law enforcement side, he knows what investigators look for, how digital evidence gets collected and documented, and where procedural gaps can emerge. That perspective directly informs how Thurow Law approaches defense strategy for clients facing stalking charges in Pasco County.

Thurow Law is committed to protecting each client’s constitutional rights throughout the entire process, from the initial investigation through any court proceedings at the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court. The firm also participates in discussions with local groups and organizations about citizens’ rights and police procedures, reflecting a belief that informed clients are better positioned to protect themselves.

Consultations on Your Schedule

Arrests and criminal accusations don’t happen on a schedule. Thurow Law offers consultations during evenings and weekends so that anyone in Pasco County dealing with a stalking accusation can speak with an attorney when it matters most. Prospective clients can reach the firm by phone at (352) 775-0775 or through the contact form on this site. Speaking with a stalking charges attorney early in the process can provide a clearer picture of the charges at hand and the options available.

How Florida Law Defines Stalking

Florida Statute 784.048 defines stalking as willfully, maliciously, and repeatedly following, harassing, or cyberstalking another person. Cyberstalking under that statute involves a repeated course of electronic communication that causes substantial emotional distress and serves no legitimate purpose. In plain terms, a pattern of unwanted contact, whether in person or through digital channels, can form the basis of a criminal charge.

The classification of the offense depends on the facts alleged:

First-degree misdemeanor: Standard stalking carries this classification, punishable by up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine
Third-degree felony: Aggravated stalking applies when the conduct involves a credible threat (a threat that causes a reasonable person to fear for their safety), a violation of an existing court order or injunction, or a victim under the age of 16

Stalking Injunctions & Their Criminal Consequences

A civil injunction for protection against stalking is a separate legal proceeding from a criminal charge. Any person who believes they are being stalked can petition the court for one, and it can be granted without a criminal arrest ever occurring. An active injunction restricts contact, proximity, and in some cases digital communication with the petitioner.

Violating a stalking injunction isn’t simply a civil matter. Under Florida law, a violation can elevate the situation to an aggravated stalking charge, a third-degree felony. A civil order can carry direct criminal consequences, which is why anyone subject to an injunction needs to understand its exact terms and take legal guidance seriously.

Where Stalking Cases Are Heard in Pasco County

Pasco County is part of the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, which also serves Pinellas County. Stalking cases arising in Pasco County may be scheduled at the Robert D. Sumner Judicial Center in Dade City or at the West Pasco Judicial Center in New Port Richey, depending on case assignment. Thurow Law’s Dade City location places the firm directly within this circuit, and Attorney Todd Thurow is familiar with how stalking cases proceed through the local courts. That local familiarity matters when navigating court schedules and procedural requirements.

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