A S B

Question 1

Definition of Anti Social Behaviour…..

Answer 1

“Conduct that has caused or is likely to cause Harassment, Alarm &/or Distress to any person…”

Question 2

What is ASB in a housing context..?

Answer 2

“Conduct capable of causing nuisance or annoyance to a person - their occupational or residential premises”

Question 3

What are the 3 types of ASB (from FCR)

Answer 3

Nuisance / Personal / Environmental

Question 4

What are the potential impacts of ASB..? (6 points)

Answer 4

• Fear of continued crime.
• Fear of repeat attack.
• Self Exclusion.
• Psychological trauma.
• Lack of faith in Police.
• Fear of attending Court

Question 5

What constitutes a “repeat victim” of anti-social behaviour…?

Answer 5

3 similar incidents in the last 3 months.

Question 6

Outline what action should be taken if we are dealing with a repeat victim of ASB.

Answer 6

If they are a repeat victim they should;
Receive “an enhanced level of response.”
A Vulnerable Victim Action Plan (VVAP) MUST be completed!

(Think; Fiona Pilkington)

Question 7

Why is it important to address the needs of victims and witnesses effectively…?

Answer 7

Addressing the needs of victims and witnesses has a direct correlation to community confidence!

(Consider; working together with community & “Consensual Legitimacy” - & how vital this is for the bigger community policing picture!)

Question 8

When attending an ASB “incident” - what 3 questions are ESSENTIAL to ask the reporting person/victim…?

Answer 8

1️⃣ Have you reported the issue before?
2️⃣ Why do you think this is happening to you & your family?
3️⃣ How is it affecting you & your family?

Question 9

What legislation covers the majority of ASB..?

Answer 9

ASB, Crime & Policing Act 2014

Question 10

ASB, Crime & Policing Act 2014 introduced 2 resolutions aimed at giving communities &/or victims a say how ASB is dealt with…
What are they?

Answer 10

• Community Trigger

* Community Remedy

Question 11

What is a COMMUNITY TRIGGER..?

Answer 11

ASB, Crime & Policing Act 2014 introduced 2 resolutions aimed at giving communities &/or victims a say how ASB is dealt with…

COMMUNITY TRIGGER:
• 3 Complaints of similar incidents in 6mths.
• Victim can demand action, initially this is a review of their case.
• An “action plan” is agreed, including time scale.
• These usually involve a multi agency approach.

Question 12

What is a COMMUNITY REMEDY?

Answer 12

ASB, Crime & Policing Act 2014 introduced 2 resolutions aimed at giving communities &/or victims a say how ASB is dealt with…

COMMUNITY REMEDY:
• A list of Community resolutions pre-agreed by the Chief Constable.
• The list is presented to the victim to choose an appropriate “remedy”

• in order to explore this option the offender must admit/confess to the offence! *

Question 13

Community Remedy options can benefit both victim and offender, how..?

Answer 13

This offers victims of low level crime a say in the “punishment” of the offender.

Taking this “option” enables the offender to stay out of the courts system.

Question 14

There are 6 Early Informal Interventions (also known as “supportive interventions) that can be explored relating to ASB offenders.
What are they?

Answer 14

1️⃣ Verbal Warning
2️⃣ Written Warning
3️⃣ A.B.C. “Acceptable Behaviour Contract”
4️⃣ Parenting Contract (if parents are a bad influence or worsen the problem).
5️⃣ Mediation (bring all parties together to establish a solution).
6️⃣ Support / Counselling (if the behaviour is linked to drugs or alcohol).

Question 15

Who can use Dispersal Powers?

Answer 15

A PC or a PCSO (in uniform) can..
Order a person committing or likely to commit ASB to…
Leave an area for up to 48hrs…
AND confiscate any item related to ASB

• Must get permission from an inspector or above!
• Age 10yrs upwards

Question 16

What are “Closure Powers” - and who can use these?

Answer 16

The Police or Council can use these to..
Close premises which are being used or likely to be used to..
commit nuisance or disorder.

These are usually for 24hrs, but can be extended to 48hrs (& in some cases 3-6months if necessary following an application to the Magistrates)

Question 17

Explain the Community Protection Notice.

Who can issue these?

Answer 17

CPN’s are designed to stop persistent ASB individuals, businesses or organisations.

These can be issued by;
Police, Councils, Social Landlords (Housing Assoc.)

Question 18

List the 6 “Reforms” introduced in the 2014 ASB, Crime & Policing Act

Answer 18

1️⃣ Civil Injunction 
2️⃣ Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO)
3️⃣ Community Protection Notice (CPN)
4️⃣ Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO)
5️⃣ Closure Power
6️⃣ Dispersal Power

Question 19

What are the 2 main aims of the 6 “Reforms” introduced in the 2014 ASB, Crime & Policing Act

Answer 19

⏭ Put victims at the heart of the response to ASB

⏭ Give professionals the flexibility needed to deal with any given situation

Question 20

The university “categories” of ASB (aren’t personal, environmental & nuisance), they use….

(4 points)

Answer 20

• Misuse of Public Spaces
(Drinking, Drugs, Prostitution, Vehicles)

• Disrespect for community/personal well-being.
(Noise, Rowdy Behaviour, Hoax Calls)

• Acts directed towards people
(Intimidation / Harassment)

• Environmental
(Crim. Dam./Litter/Vandalism)

Question 21

In ASB terms, define ‘vulnerable victim’

Answer 21

An individual that has been subject to an ASB risk assessment,
and who has been recorded as medium or high risk
for which there is a V.V.A.P. in place

Question 22

What should be included on Closure Orders..?
(In “plain terms”, avoiding jargon).
(7)

Answer 22

1. Identify the premises.
2. Explain the effect of the notice.
3. State “failure to comply is an offence”
4. State “an application will be made for a full closure order”
5. Specify when and where the application will be heard.
6. Explain the effect of the closure order.
7. Give details/info/means of contacting people and organisations that can provide advice.

Question 23

The 5 Stage Approach….

Answer 23

1️⃣ Offender is written to, asking them to stop…
2️⃣ Behaviour continues, a second letter is sent.
3️⃣ A multi agency meeting is held (includes youth workers, housing officers etc.) then leads to 4th stage..
4️⃣ Acceptable Behaviour Contract (ABC) if this is breached….
5️⃣ Civil Injunction/ Criminal Behaviour Order

Question 24

The Police Approach to all ASB will take into account the 3 x P’s - what are they?

Answer 24

P ositive
P rofessional
P roud