Home Invasion as Stalking: Protection against Ex-Partners
Repeated unlawful entry by an ex qualifies as home invasion and stalking (art. 285b Sr). Combine criminal law with civil protection measures.
Penalty and Measures
- Report of home invasion: Per incident up to 3 months imprisonment.
- Stalking complaint: Maximum 2 years imprisonment.
- Contact ban: Court order with home exclusion order.
Evidence and Action
Collect messages, witnesses and Ring camera recordings. Victim support offers 24/7 assistance. Utrecht District Court (2024) imposed a home exclusion order on an ex after three intrusions.
No mercy: report immediately to the police. Combine with Safe at Home for follow-up care. Your safety comes first.