The law in Scotland recognises hate crime as any crime, be that verbal or physical, that is understood by the victim to be motivated (wholly or partly) by malice or ill will towards a social group.

Find out about these groups, or 'protected characteristics', on our website and well as how to report a hate crime.

You can also submit a report of hate crime directly to an external agency.
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There are two ways you can tell us what happened

Report anonymously or Speak to an advisor and access support