Racial harassment :
Racial harassment is the intimidation or abuse of an individual because of their race. Harassment comes in a variety of different forms and can be verbal and psychological as well as physical. (See Harassment)
If you've been the victim of any form of harassment visit the Support For You section for help and advice.
Rape :
Rape is the physical act of having sexual intercourse with a person without their consent - this refers to both men and women.
If think you've been sexually assaulted read our Rape advice in the Support for You section.
Remand :
To be put on remand means to be put in custody or released on bail during a gap in criminal proceedings. Once an individual has been arrested they may be kept on remand or given bail before they are put on trial, or if a delay occurs in the court proceedings.
Rent tribunals :
A rent tribunal is a legal process that determines what is the proper amount of rent payable for a tenancy. (See Tribunal.)
Robbery :
Robbery is the term used to describe the theft of goods or property by force, or threat of force. (See Theft.)
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