Document each incident with dates, times, locations, names, and exact words or actions
Save all evidence such as texts, emails, voicemails, photos, videos, screenshots, and witness statements
Review your workplace, school, housing, or local harassment policy
Report the harassment to the appropriate authority, such as a supervisor, HR, school administrator, landlord, or property manager
If you feel threatened or unsafe, contact local police or emergency services immediately
Ask the police about filing a formal complaint or police report
Provide all evidence and a clear timeline when making the report
Request a copy of the report or complaint number for your records
File a restraining order or protective order if eligible and necessary
Follow up with investigators, HR, or the relevant agency regularly
Keep copies of every report, email, and response
Consult a lawyer or legal aid service if you need help filing criminal or civil charges
Check your local laws for the exact process and deadlines for harassment complaints
If the harassment is online, report the account or content to the platform and preserve the evidence
If the harassment is at work, consider filing with your labor board or equal employment agency if internal reporting fails
If the harassment is based on protected status, file with the appropriate civil rights agency if applicable