Scottish Govt Sectarianism Working Group Report Nov 2013

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 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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Will the police come to my home if I report a hate crime?

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The police do not have to come to your home if you do not want them to. You can...

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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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