### Question
How does CRIMES define course of conduct?


### Answer
Under *18 U.S.C. § 2266*, **course of conduct** is defined as:

> a pattern of conduct composed of 2 or more acts, evidencing a continuity of purpose

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 2266*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 110A-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND STALKING**

