Offences (Aggravation by Prej) (Scotland) Act 2009

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What happens after I make a report to the police?

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The police carry out an initial crime investigation. If they believe they have enough evidence to support a prosecution...

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Why should I report a hate crime?

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The vast majority of hate crimes are not reported to the police. If the police do not know about...

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How do I prove that something is a hate crime?

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It is not your responsibility to prove that a hate crime has occurred. It is the job of the...

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Why Do We Have Hate Crime Laws?

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The Scottish Government Working Group on Hate Crime gives 3 reasons for having hate crime legislation.

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