There are four versions of stalking in New York Penal Law. Under New York Penal Law §120.45, all of these charges involve similar activity. A person is stalking someone if they act in a way that would reasonably be expected to cause fear: For the health or well-being of another person or their family; For the mental state of another person or their family through following, telephoning, or otherwise communicating with the alleged victim; In a person that threatens their business or career