Offensive Behaviour at Football etc Act (2012) Lord Advocate’s Guidance

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What does the Procurator Fiscal say about hate crime?

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The Procurator Fiscal’s stance on hate crime is the same as the government and other agencies. The Fiscal...

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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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Does hate crime legislation apply to the internet?

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Yes – internet postings are subject to hate crime legislation and there have been a number of successful prosecutions in...

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What is Third Party Reporting?

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Many people, for various reasons, are reluctant to report crime directly to the police. Victims and witnesses can report...

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