Gov. Kotek signs HB4156 into law, modernizing Oregon's Anti-Stalking law

MEDFORD, Ore.- CORRECTION: Though it was proposed to increase Felony level stalking from Class-C to a Class-B felony, amendments to the House Bill kept Felony level stalking at Class-C.

House Bill 4156 is being signed into law by Governor Tina Kotek, modernizing Oregon’s Anti-Stalking law.

According to the Oregon Legislature, HB 4156 broadens the scope of the current stalking law, now covering electronic and internet harassment. This includes efforts to damage a victim’s identity and credit rating.

Oregon Representative Kevin Mannix wrote the original law back in 1995. He expressed is gratitude, saying “it is an honor to have been part of Oregon’s original anti-stalking law nearly 30 years ago, and now its modernization. I am confident that this legislation will help protect those who have become victims to stalking and ensure there are proper protections in place to get them the help they need.”

This new law takes effect on July 1.