Harassment
Ala. Code § 13A-11-8 — an unwanted touch, abusive words, a real threat or alarming messages, each a Class C misdemeanor
- Striking, shoving, kicking or otherwise touching someone, with intent to harass, annoy or alarm them.
- Directing abusive or obscene language or an obscene gesture at someone with that intent.
- A threat, verbal or not, made with the intent to carry it out, that would make a reasonable person fear for their safety.
Who handles this in Alabama: Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Alabama directory.
Harassing communications is contacting someone by phone, mail or any written or electronic means in a way likely to harass or alarm, calling with no legitimate purpose, or calling to use lewd or obscene words, all with intent to harass or alarm. Legitimate business calls are not covered.
Harassment and harassing communications are each a Class C misdemeanor, with up to three months in jail and a fine of no more than $500.
Sources for this section (3)
- Ala. Code § 13A-11-8 — Harassment or Harassing Communications
- Ala. Code § 13A-5-7 — Sentences of Imprisonment for Misdemeanors and Violations
- Ala. Code § 13A-5-12 — Fines for Misdemeanors and Violations
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Alabama attorney.