Racial & Religious Hate Crime for Prosecutors - Applying the Law with Confidence

Introduction

This webinar provides a practical, legally grounded exploration of racial and religious hate crime, focusing on how to identify, evidence, and effectively manage cases from first report through to sentencing.

By viewing this webinar, you will gain clarity on the legal framework, evidential requirements, and best practice for supporting victims and witnesses.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Confidently distinguish between racial and religious groups within the meaning of the law
• Identify when an offence is racially or religiously aggravated and gather the right evidence
• Apply the legal tests for hostility under both limbs
• Make informed decisions about charging, alternative offences, and case strategy
• Navigate complex scenarios involving multiple offenders
• Understand how sentencing uplifts are applied and what influences judicial reasoning
• Provide effective, empathetic support to victims and witnesses throughout the process