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for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender equality

What's in my area?

Search the What's in my area database to find your local services, including lesbian, gay, and bisexual groups, and legal advice organizations.

Hate crime, domestic abuse, and criminal law

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Hate crime 

What is a hate crime and what is the law?                                 

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What to do if you have experienced a hate crime or incident 

 
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Domestic abuse 

Information about same-sex domestic abuse

 

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The age of consent 

Information about the current age of consent and the history behind the legal changes.
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Current sexual offences law

An outline of the law

 Social exclusion

Incitement to Hatred and Threatening Communications 

An overview of Scotland's laws regarding threatening communications and incitement to hatred