05-16 Hate/ Bias Crime

Question 1

What is the impact of hate or bias-motivated crime?

Answer 1

Far-reaching; extends beyond victim trauma to affect the entire targeted group and community.

Question 2

How can hate crimes affect community dynamics?

Answer 2

Can heighten isolation and vulnerability, cause severe stress, and escalate social tensions.

Question 3

What must a police response to hate/bias crime convey?

Answer 3

A strong message of respect for, and commitment to, a diverse society.

Question 4

What is the commitment of the Toronto Police Service based on?

Answer 4

Valuing the equality and dignity of every person.

Question 5

How are hate/bias crimes and hate propaganda reported according to the procedure?

Answer 5

As separate offences.

Question 6

What is the responsibility of a police officer when a hate/bias crime is reported?

Answer 6

To be dispatched to every report of hate/bias crime or hate propaganda.

Question 7

Who is responsible for the investigation of hate/bias crimes?

Answer 7

The divisional detective office, with assistance from Intelligence Services – Hate Crime.

Question 8

What is the role of INT – Hate Crime?

Answer 8

• Complete the Hate Crimes Detail Page
• Maintain a database of hate/bias occurrences
• Assist in public education programs.

Question 9

What is one effective method to curtail graffiti incidents?

Answer 9

Removal or covering within twenty-four (24) hours.

Question 10

Who is responsible for the removal of graffiti from private property?

Answer 10

The property holder.

Question 11

What criteria should be considered to determine if an incident is a hate/bias crime?

Answer 11

• Motive or absence of motive
• Perception of the victim and community
• Display of offensive symbols
• Date and time significance
• Review of circumstances surrounding the incident.

Question 12

True or False: A single factor is sufficient to determine a hate/bias crime.

Answer 12

False.

Question 13

What must be indicated on an eReport when a suspect is arrested for a hate/bias crime?

Answer 13

‘Hate/bias crime’ must be clearly indicated at the top.

Question 14

What should be done if an incident appears motivated by hate but reveals no apparent offence?

Answer 14

• Preserve and collect evidence
• Complete appropriate eReports
• Submit a TPS 228 if appropriate.

Question 15

What is the supervisory officer’s responsibility upon notification of a hate/bias crime?

Answer 15

• Attend the scene
• Assign sufficient police officers
• Ensure compliance with evidence procedures.

Question 16

What should a case manager ensure upon initiating an investigation of a hate/bias crime?

Answer 16

• Relevant eReport numbers provided to INT – Hate Crime
• Victim assistance offered.

Question 17

What does the term ‘Hate/Bias Crime’ refer to?

Answer 17

A criminal offence motivated by hate, bias, or prejudice based on various factors.

Question 18

What is a ‘Hate Incident’?

Answer 18

A non-criminal action motivated by hate against an identifiable group.

Question 19

Define ‘Hate Propaganda’.

Answer 19

Communication that advocates for genocide or promotes hate against identifiable groups.

Question 20

What sections of the Criminal Code address hate propaganda offences?

Answer 20

Sections 318 and 319.

Question 21

What is required for prosecution of hate propaganda advocating genocide?

Answer 21

Permission of the Attorney General.

Question 22

True or False: Public incitement of hatred requires the consent of the Attorney General.

Answer 22

False.

Question 23

Who does Intelligence Services – Hate Crime liaise with regarding hate propaganda?

Answer 23

The Ministry of the Attorney General.

Question 24

What is the difference between a hate crime and hate propaganda in terms of victim groups?

Answer 24

Hate crimes involve criminal offences motivated by hate, while hate propaganda has a more limited definition.