Racially Motivated Offending & Targeted Interventions – Youth Justice Board for England & Wales (2010)

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions

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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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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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Can I report a hate crime anonymously?

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Yes. you can report anonymously using the online hate crime reporting form on the Police Scotland Website

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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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