Criminal Justice (Hate Offences) Bill 2022

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Adds 'hate offence' provisions to three criminal laws, making crimes worse if motivated by hatred based on protected characteristics like race, religion, or sexual orientation.
Courts must treat hatred-based motivation as an aggravating factor when sentencing for relevant offences, potentially increasing penalties.
Amends Criminal Damage Act 1991, Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act 1994, and Non-Fatal Offences against the Person Act 1997 to include these provisions.