Which of the following is an element of Harassment 2nd Degree?

• A. Intent to cause fear
• B. Pattern of intrusion
• C. Requires a license
• D. Causes financial loss

Answer: (B)

Harassment 2nd Degree hinges on repeated, unwanted conduct toward a person. The key idea is a pattern of intrusion—ongoing, invasive actions that invade someone’s privacy or space and are meant to harass, annoy, or alarm them. A single incident or a vague intent to scare isn’t enough; the statute looks for a course of conduct over time. That’s why describing the element as a pattern of intrusion best matches the offense. The other choices don’t fit because intent to cause fear is associated with different crimes like menacing, licensing isn’t part of harassment, and causing financial loss isn’t a typical element of harassment.