racially motivated hate crimes

Racially motivated hate crimes are criminal acts committed against individuals or property because of their race, ethnicity, or national origin. These crimes are driven by bias, prejudice, or hatred, targeting people due to their cultural identity or background. Such acts can include violence, vandalism, threats, or intimidation, and they aim to intimidate or harm entire communities based on racial or ethnic differences. Laws often treat these offenses more seriously to address the harm caused to social harmony and to discourage discrimination fueled by racial bias.