Minorities in the criminal justice system 2015, para. 68
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Minorities may be at higher risk generally of being victims of ordinary crime, or may need access to justice and reparation particularly in relation to hate crimes motivated by their minority status. Yet, many jurisdictions lack definitions and working protocols for the recording, investigation and prosecution of hate crimes. This leads to the rapid erosion of minorities' trust in justice. Responding effectively to hate crimes can assist in rebuilding trust.