On 2 July, Coeur d'Alene City Council will discuss an ordinance to create separate offenses and enhance penalties for hate crimes.

Coeur d'Alene City Council will discuss a new ordinance on 2 July to tackle hate crimes. The proposed chapter would create a separate offense if a crime, such as property damage or disorderly conduct, is committed due to the victim's actual or perceived identity, including race, gender, or disability. This move aims to enable the city to prosecute racially motivated crimes, leading to separate charges and enhanced penalties in appropriate cases.

June 28, 2024
3 Articles