Many crimes committed are not simply wealth theft, but are committed against someone or a group of individuals different from their attacker. They are not stealing their wealth but their peace of mind. These types of acts are considered hate crimes. Hate crimes have plagued many minorities and religious groups for many decades, and while they are not often noticed nationally, when exposed they can tear a community apart or shake it to its core. , thus exposing his values ​​and his vision of humanity. In the following pages the topic of hate crimes is explored and dissected. Hate Crime A hate crime is a crime committed against a person or group of people due to prejudice. A profile is an identifiable representation of a person used by forces order to determine the characteristics of individuals who commit illegal acts. These acts can include theft, murder, larceny, sex crimes and hate crimes. In the case of hate crimes, the perpetrator can fall into three categories. Those who perform these acts for pleasure, individuals who view this act as a defense of their territory, and others who believe they are ridding the world of an evil or inferior species (Jack McDevitt, Summer 2002). Unlike the motivations of other crimes, hate crimes are committed with high levels of antagonism and belligerence. The offender generally does not exhibit signs of mental illness that may be exhibited by a murder suspect, but may be considered just as violent, if not more so. In 1999, the FBI reported that 70% of hate crimes were committed by white offenders, 16% were black offenders, 2% were Asian Pacific Islander, 4% were multiracial, and 9% were unknown. (Who commits hate crimes?, 2003). Their offenses included destruction of property, online bullying, arson, burglary, vehicle theft, vandalism, assault and many may contribute to the growing number of teenagers imprisoned and tried as adults who encounter prejudiced groups that shape them into their seeping rational way of thinking. in them the moment they are released. Another element is when behavior is taught by family members and friends who are prejudiced against a group of people based on their interactions with a person from that particular group (What Motivates Hate Offenders? , 2008). The causes of these crimes may vary, but their effects on the victims and on society are not debatable. Victims may suffer lasting mental and physical injuries from their attacks which may alter their personality and ability to maintain relationships due to their fear of future attacks and their mixed emotions ranging from anger to anguish and rabies (Ephross, 1994). These crimes also impact the community by creating tension within society with feelings of fear, hysteria and outrage which can lead to public protests that can lead to violence. There is also a risk of looting and riots. Unlike other criminal acts which only impact the family,