Social media has transformed the way people communicate with each other. Young people in particular rely on text messages or platforms such as Snapchat to communicate because it is so easy.

Social media sites can be great educational and personal enjoyment tools when used correctly within acceptable parameters, and in most cases it is used in this way. However, with new technology comes new laws.

In recent years, traditional stalking (otherwise known as harassment) has transformed with the help of technology into virtual or cyber stalking.