Question:
Will I have to go to court?
Answer:
You may have to attend court if the Procurator Fiscal considers that there is sufficient evidence, that court proceedings...
Question:
Does hate crime legislation apply to the internet?
Answer:
Yes – internet postings are subject to hate crime legislation and there have been a number of successful prosecutions in...
Question:
Why Do We Have Hate Crime Laws?
Answer:
The Scottish Government Working Group on Hate Crime gives 3 reasons for having hate crime legislation.
Research...
Question:
Why should I report a hate crime?
Answer:
The vast majority of hate crimes are not reported to the police. If the police do not know about...