A Guide to Protecting LGBT People in Scotland, Stonewall 2015

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions

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Will I have to go to court?

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You may have to attend court if the Procurator Fiscal considers that there is sufficient evidence, that court proceedings...

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Why do hate crimes occur?

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Hate crimes often occur as a result of prejudice and ignorance. A lack of understanding about differences among people...

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Can a hate crime be committed with words alone?

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The use of bigoted and prejudiced language does not in itself violate hate crime laws. However if the language...

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How often do hate crimes occur?

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It’s difficult to be really accurate about how frequently hate crimes occur. This is because the most reliable...

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