Hate Crime

Arizona and Illinois law provides for criminal and civil penalties against an individual or individuals who assault, trespass upon, or cause damage to the property of, or injure physically or emotionally another person or persons because of race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expression, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected classes recognized by state or local laws, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.