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Types of Crime



Anti-social behaviour

Some sorts of behaviour can damage an area and affect the people who live there. If you are suffering because of anti-social behaviour, or you want to know how the law affects you, visit the anti-social behaviour section of the DirectGov website (external link).

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Religious hate crime

Did you know anyone found guilty of a religiously motivated crime will be given a more severe punishment than someone who commits the same crime without prejudice?

Find out more about religious hate crime from DirectGov (external link).

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Domestic violence

Anyone can become a victim of violent behaviour in their home, regardless of their gender, age or family situation. If you're a victim or worried about someone else, you should know where to go for help.

Find out more about domestic violence from our main website (external link).

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Mugging and assault

Most muggings take place in the street or on public transport and usually happen in the evening.

Find our more about muggings and assault from DirectGov (external link).

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Drugs and crime

You may think that the police will only arrest someone who's caught dealing drugs. But even using drugs for your personal use may land you with a large fine or time in prison.

Find out more about drugs and crime from DirectGov (external link).

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Gun crime

Find out about the facts on gun crime from DirectGov (external link).

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Homophobic crime

If you're a victim of crime because of your sexuality, find out more about homophobic crime from DirectGov (external link) and how the police will help you when you report it.

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Racial hate crime

Find out more about racial hate crime from DirectGov (external link) and how you can report it.

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Film and music piracy

Piracy isn't just limited to dodgy DVDs. Even though downloading tunes from the internet may be a great new way to buy your music, if you're getting it for free you might be committing a crime.

Find out more about film and music piracy from DirectGov (external link).

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Rape and sexual assault

Anyone can be a victim of sexual assault.

Find out more about rape and sexual assault from DirectGov (external link).

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