Hate Crime / Racially or Religiously Aggravated Flashcards

1
Q

Define a Hate Crime

A

Any hate incident,
which constitutes
a criminal offence
which is perceived by the victim
or
any other person
as being motivated
by prejudice or hate

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2
Q

Define a Hate Incident

A

Any incident
which may or may not
constitute a criminal offence
perceived by the victim
or any other person
as being motivated
by prejudice or hate

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3
Q

Explain what a hate crime or incident is.

A

Any incident where
the perpetrators hostility
towards
or prejudice
against
an identifiable group
of people
is a factor
in determining who is victimised.

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4
Q

Name some identifiable groups.

A

Sexual Orientation
Transgender
Ethnicity
Religion
Disability

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5
Q

Give Examples of Racially Aggravated Offences

A

Criminal Damage
Assault
Public Order

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6
Q

What impact can a hate crime or incident have on victims?

A

Fear
Isolation
Shock
Bewilderment
Mistrust

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7
Q

Should we treat everyone the same?

A

No.

Treating everyone the same is not appropriate.

We should recognise the vulnerable groups within our communities
and treat them according to
their individual needs.

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8
Q

What is covered under S28 of the Crime and Disorder Act 1998?

A

Racially and Religiously Aggravated Offences.

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9
Q

Define S28 Crime and Disorder Act 1998.

A

An offence is racially or religiously aggravated if:

at the time of
or immediately before
or after doing so

the offender demonstrates
towards the victim
any hostility

based on the victims membership
or presumed membership
of a racial or religious group

the offence is motivated
wholly or partly
by hostility towards members
of a racial or religious group
based on their membership
of that group.

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10
Q

Identify key legislations relating to Hate Crimes, Incidents and Racially or Religiously Aggravated Offences

A

Section 29 of the Crime & Disorder Act 1998

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Q

Define S29 CAD Act 1998

A

A person is guilty of the offence if
he commits an offence under

S20 Offence Against Persons Act 1861
S47 Offence Against Persons Act 1861
Common Assault

Which is racially or religiously aggravated.

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