Hate Crime Legislation
/ˈheɪt kraɪm ˌlɛdʒɪsˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Laws enacted to enhance penalties for crimes motivated by bias against protected groups such as race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
The new hate crime legislation aims to deter violence based on racial prejudice.
Forms
- hate crime legislation
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Commentary
Hate crime legislation often requires establishing motive related to bias, which can complicate prosecution compared to ordinary crimes.
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