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Harassment Cease and Desist Letter Template
[Your Full Name]
[Street Address]
[City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Email: [Your Email Address]
Phone: [Your Phone Number]
[Date]
[Recipient Full Name]
[Street Address or “Address Unknown”]
[City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code, Country]
Re: Cease and Desist – Harassment and Unwanted Contact
Dear [Recipient Name],
1. Parties and Background
I am [Your Full Name]. I am writing to inform you that your actions and communications toward me are unwanted and are causing distress. This letter serves as a formal demand that you immediately stop all harassment and any further unwanted contact.
2. Description of Harassing Conduct
Your behavior toward me has included, but may not be limited to, the following:
[Description of Incident 1, including approximate date, time, and location or platform]
[Description of Incident 2, including approximate date, time, and location or platform]
[Description of Incident 3, including approximate date, time, and location or platform]
This conduct has made me feel [description such as unsafe, threatened, intimidated, or harassed] and interferes with my ability to go about my daily life without fear or stress.
3. Demand to Cease and Desist
I hereby demand that you immediately cease and desist from:
Any harassing, threatening, or intimidating behavior directed at me;
Any unwanted contact with me by phone, text, email, social media, messaging apps, or mail;
Approaching me in person at my home, workplace, school, or other locations;
Contacting my family members, friends, coworkers, employer, or other third parties about me in a harassing or intimidating manner;
Posting, sharing, or sending any messages, images, or content about me that are threatening, harassing, or intended to cause distress.
4. No Contact Instructions
Effective immediately, I request that you have no further direct contact with me.
If there is a legitimate and unavoidable need to communicate regarding a specific matter (such as a pending legal or business issue), any such communication should be made:
In writing only; and
Through [a designated channel, such as a lawyer, HR representative, or other contact, if applicable]: [Contact Name and Details],
unless and until you are otherwise instructed in writing by that contact or by a court.
5. Documentation and Future Steps
I am keeping records of your conduct, including dates, times, messages, posts, and any witnesses who may have observed it. If the harassment continues after your receipt of this letter, I may consider additional steps to protect my safety and rights, which may include:
Reporting your conduct to law enforcement or other authorities;
Seeking a court order that restricts or prohibits contact;
Informing your employer, school, or other relevant organization if the conduct is connected to those settings;
Consulting with a licensed attorney or advocate about other options available under applicable law.
6. Reservation of Rights
Nothing in this letter should be interpreted as a complete statement of all facts or incidents, or as a waiver of any rights, claims, or remedies that I may have now or in the future. All such rights and remedies are expressly reserved.
7. Closing
I expect you to treat this matter seriously. You are now on clear notice that your conduct is unwanted and must stop. If you choose to disregard this letter and the harassment continues, you should understand that further steps may be taken without additional warning.
I hope that no further action will be necessary and that you will immediately comply with this request.
Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Signature, if printed]
[Date]
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HARASSMENT CEASE AND DESIST LETTER TEMPLATE FAQ
What is a harassment cease and desist letter?
A harassment cease and desist letter is a formal written notice telling someone to stop harassing, threatening, stalking, or otherwise unwanted behavior toward you. It describes the conduct, states that it is unwelcome, and demands that it stop immediately, creating a written record if the conduct continues.
When should I use a harassment cease and desist letter?
You can use this letter when someone repeatedly contacts, follows, threatens, or intimidates you in person, online, by phone, or through third parties, and you want to clearly tell them to stop. It is often used before or alongside contacting law enforcement, seeking a restraining order, or reporting harassment at work or school.
What should be included in a harassment cease and desist letter?
A clear letter should identify you and the recipient, describe the harassing conduct with dates and examples, state that the behavior is unwelcome and must stop, set clear limits on future contact (or request no contact at all), and note that you may consider further steps if the harassment continues.
Is a harassment cease and desist letter legally binding by itself?
The letter itself is not a court order, but it can serve as strong evidence that the other person was told to stop. If the harassment continues, the letter and any later incidents may help support complaints to law enforcement, a court, an employer, or a school. The legal effect depends on the facts and applicable law.
Do I need a lawyer to send this letter?
Not always. Many people send their own harassment cease and desist letter for straightforward situations. However, if you feel unsafe, the harassment is severe, or there are complex legal issues, it is wise to speak with a licensed attorney or a trusted local support organization for advice and safety planning.
Can AI Lawyer help me draft a harassment cease and desist letter?
Yes. AI Lawyer can help you adapt this Harassment Cease and Desist Letter template by organizing your facts, describing the behavior clearly, and setting out firm but professional wording, while you decide what to include and whether to seek additional legal help.
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