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Originally Posted by Hugh
Whilst not in anyway justifying the assailant's actions, how did he know the person who abused him had learning difficulties?
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I think the point is, he doesn't need to know whether the person insulting him has learning difficulties. He does need to know that the law forbids punching someone, even if they verbally abuse you.
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Originally Posted by Hugh
btw, if it goes to court, couldn't the person with learning difficulties also be charged with a hate crime offence?
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Potentially. I think that's why Richard said the abuser in his analogy should be subject to professional assessment - to determine level of personal responsibility.