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Civil Litigation
England & Wales
5 stages
Weeks (interim) to 6 months (final)
Reviewed 2026-05-22
Harassment injunction journey (civil)
Civil injunction under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 to restrain a course of conduct.
Who Uses This Journey
Victims of non-domestic harassment (e.g. by neighbours, ex-employers, strangers, online) seeking civil remedies. For domestic abuse, see the family law injunction route.
Stage-by-Stage Timeline
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1
Document the course of conduct
PHA 1997 requires a 'course of conduct' (≥2 incidents) — diary, screenshots, witness statements.
Evidence Needed
- Incident log
- Witnesses
- Police reports if any
2
2
Cease and desist letter
Put the perpetrator on notice. Strengthens 'knowledge' element of the offence.
3
3
Issue civil claim
Section 3 PHA 1997 allows damages and an injunction in the County or High Court.
4
4
Interim injunction
Apply for immediate relief while the case proceeds — without-notice if urgent.
5
5
Final order
Final injunction can be perpetual or time-limited; damages for distress.
Possible Outcomes
- Final injunction with power of arrest attached
- Damages
- Costs