Hate Crime: Enhancement of Punishment
Hate crimes are on the rise in the United States, reaching record highs in more than a decade. Every day, people are targeted with violence because of their identity, like their race, religion, color, or sexual orientation. These terrible acts are committed because of bias or prejudice and not only hurt individuals but also harm […]
Hate Crimes in Texas: A Brief Overview
Being targeted not for anything you’ve done but simply for who you are is a harsh reality for many. Hate crimes, as defined under specific sections of the Texas Penal Code, transcend ordinary criminal acts—they are attacks on the very essence of a person’s identity. But what exactly constitutes a hate crime in Texas, and […]