LOS ANGELES, California – The U.S. government is taking steps to combat hate crimes and discrimination against Asian Americans in California.
In a virtual discussion held on April 22, 2022, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office, and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) explained how the federal government investigates and works to combat hate crimes and discrimination. The event was open to the public and provided information on the legal framework of criminal and civil investigations into hate crimes and discrimination.
Assistant United States Attorneys provided information on the distinction between hate crimes and hate speech, alternatives to prosecution, civil enforcement of civil rights statutes, and an overview of a hypothetical criminal hate crime investigation from complaint to conviction.
Representatives from the FBI discussed hate crime statistics, local hate crime investigations, and the FBI’s collaboration with local partners. The event also included speakers from the ADL and the Department of Justice’s Community Relations Service, who discussed their respective roles in interfacing with the community and stakeholders to monitor and address acts of hate locally and nationally.
The event, called "Federal Responses to AAPI Hate in the Central District of California: Awareness, Civil Actions & Criminal Enforcement," included time for questions and answers from the public.
The event announcement is available in English, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, and Vietnamese. Anyone interested in attending the discussion should register here. Translation services will be available for this event upon request.
Acting United States Attorney Tracy L. Wilkison stated, "With this program, we hope to continue working with our partners to empower the community with more knowledge about reporting hateful acts and how authorities investigate those reports. Everyone should be free from violence, threats, and discrimination based on race or national origin."
The FBI is committed to investigating federal hate crimes and protecting the civil rights of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, said Kristi K. Johnson, Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI Los Angeles Division.
For over 100 years, the ADL has fought against hatred and bigotry of all kinds. ADL Deputy Regional Director Ariella Loewenstein stated, "Hate crimes are message crimes telling victims that they are not safe or welcome in their communities. It is incumbent upon all of us to send a countervailing message of inclusivity and safety for all."
The U.S. Attorney’s Office, the FBI, and other partners strongly encourage anyone who has knowledge or information concerning any hate crime or incident involving bias or discrimination to report it to the FBI. The FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office can be reached 24 hours a day at (310) 477-6565. Reports can also be made online at https://tips.fbi.gov/.
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Key Facts
- State: California
- Category: Hate Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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