Is Catcalling Illegal in Texas?

Catcalling leaves victims feeling scared, disgusted and insecure. However, it may surprise many to know that loose diction exists in Chapter 42 of the Texas Penal Code that makes catcalling a Class B Misdemeanor — sort of. ...

What qualifies as harassment in Texas?

What is Harassment? According to the Texas Penal Code, someone commits the offense of harassment if this person initiates communication by telephone, text, in writing, or by electronic communication with intent to harass, annoy, alarm, abuse, torment, or embarrass another.

What evidence do you need to prove harassment in Texas?

To charge you with harassment or stalking, the police have to show that you were the person making the calls or sending the messages, and establish that you acted with criminal intent. The most common forms of evidence they use are phone records, copies of voice mail messages, e-mails and Internet addresses.