The difference between a hate crime and a hate incident
Biphobic, homophobic and transphobic abuse is more common than most people think.
! - One in three lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans people have experienced some kind of homophobic attack.*
*according to a recent report by Stonewall.
If you have been shouted at in the street and called derogatory names or if you have been beaten or robbed or had your property vandalised because of your sexual orientation or gender identity it could be classed as either a hate crime or hate incident.
But what is the difference?
Any incident, which constitutes a criminal offence, perceived by the victim or any other person, as being motivated by prejudice or hate.
Any incident, which may or may not constitute a criminal offence, which is perceived by the victim or any other person, as being motivated by prejudice or hate.