What is Anti-Social Behaviour
Conduct that has caused, or is likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress to any person
In a housing-related context it is:
Conduct capable of causing nuisance or annoyance to a person in relation to that person’s occupation of residential premises
or
Conduct capable of causing housing-related nuisance or annoyance to any person.
What are the Potential Impact of Anti Social Behviour
Fear of continued crime Vulnerability and fear of a repeat attack Psychological trauma Risk of ill-health Sense of powerlessness
Self exclusion
Fear of attending court
Lack of faith in the police/other responsible authorities;
Or possibly much worse…
What is a ‘Repeat Victim’
An individual that has been the
subject of 3 similar occurrences of Anti-Social
behaviour within the last 3 months and the
ASB Unit is required to risk assess the victim’
What is a ‘Vulnerable Victim’
An individual that has been subject to an
ASB Risk Assessment, and who has been
recorded as medium or high risk for which
there is a Vulnerable Victim Action Plan
(VVAP) in place.’
Why is it important to address the needs of Victims and Witnesses
Community confidence and safety Public Perception Crime reporting Information and intelligence Crime solving Community cohesion
What Three Vital Questions do you need to ask when the Initial Call is made
Have you reported this problem before?
Why do you think this is happening to you or your family or others?
How is this affecting you / your family / others?
What is Operation Liberty
A person is vulnerable if, as a result of their situation or circumstances, they are unable to take care of or protect themselves from harm or exploitation
Who are the main partners under the 2014 legislation for dealing with Anti Social Behaviour
Police
Local Authorities (or councils)
Registered Social Landlords (or housing associations)
The Criminal Justice System (CPS and courts)
What year was the Crime and Policing Act
2014
What is a Community Trigger
Gives victims the ability to demand action, starting with a review of their case
Multi-agency problem solving approach
3 complaints in 6 months
Action plan agreed
A victim of ASB or another person acting on behalf of the victim can make the request
What Section can be used for Dispersal Power
Section 35
What is a Community Protection Notice Designed for
It is designed to stop ASB by an individual aged over 16 years and also by businesses and organisations
Who can use the ‘Dispersal Power’
Police officers in Uniforms, PCSO (if designated by their Chief Constable)
Who can ISSUE a ‘Dispersal Power’
Inspector
What reasonable grounds need to be suspected
Members of the public in the locality being harasses, alarmed or distressed OR
Crime and disorder occurring in the locality
For SWP what is the age that is applicable for a Section 35
16 for SWP but legislation does state 10
What is a PSPO
Public Spaces Protection Order
Why are PSPO issued
Designed to manage a specific problem that effects the local community and caused within a public space.
Examples of PSPO
Dog walkers to keep dogs on leads
Prohibiting the consumption of alcohol
alley ways to close to public except for residents only
What is a PSPO designed for
Protect public spaces from persistent ASB and to stop individuals or groups committing ASB in a public space
Who can make a PSPO
Councils issue a PSPO after consultation with the police and PACC
What is the penalty on breach for a PSPO
Criminal Offence, FPN up to £100 if appropriate
What is a Absolute Grounds for Possession
Used by landlords to evict tenants where ASB or criminality has already been proven
What is a CBO
Criminal Behaviour Order
What is a CBO used for
To deal with the most persistent offenders of ASB
What is the 1st stage in the 5 stage approach
Troublemakers are written to and asked to stop offending behaviour
What is the 2nd stage in the 5 stage approach
Continued bad behaviour will result in a further letter visit by the police
What is the 3rd stage in the 5 stage approach
A conference by police and other agencies, such as housing officers and youth workers, will lead to the 4th stage
What is the 4th stage in the 5 stage approach
Acceptable behaviour Contract (ABC)
What is the 5th stage in the 5 stage approach
Civil Injunction/Criminal Behaviour Order
What is the Mnemonic to approach all ASB
GETOUT
What are the Three P’s
Positive, Professional, Proud
What is GETOUT
GGo and speak to the victim/callers. If they have asked not to be visited then contact them by phone.
EExamine the scene and gather evidence; is this a repeat victim/offender/ location? Consider NICHE search.
TTake details of all victims, witnesses, offenders or suspects and forward relevant community intelligence.
OOffer advice on what to do if it happens again; provide a reference number and your calling card and if vulnerable make a referral to the ASB unit.
UUpdate the occurrence Enquiry log with the action you have taken.
TTake immediate action – ‘Area Search Negative’ is not an option! Tell the victim/caller what you have done and keep them informed and updated
What do you need to do after the Incident
Substantive OEL update EPNB Entry Complete ASB Referral Form Task relevant community safety team FOR ALL INCIDENTS OF ASB
What are the Victim Codes
VU01 - Victim Needs Assessment
VU02 - Initial Victim Contact
VU03 - Victim Update
VU04 Victim Outcome Update
What Section is used for ‘Keeping dogs under control’
Section 3 Dangerous Dogs Act 1991
What Section is used for ‘Whether a dog is a danger to public safety’
Section 4 Dangerous Dogs Act 1991
What legislation is used for DCO
Clean Neighbour hoods and Environment Act 2005
- What does Harassment, Alarm & Distress mean?
- Harassment - To subject someone to constant & repeated physical &/or verbal persecution
- Alarm - A frightened anticipation of danger
- Distress - To cause trouble, pain, anguish or hardship
Can you give at least 3 examples of ASB?
Littering / Vandalism / Public Drunkenness / Aggressive Dogs / Noisy or Abusive Neighbours
- The Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime & Policing Act 2014 introduced reforms designed to put victims at the heart of the response to & deal with ASB. Identify at least 3 of them?
Civil Injunction Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) Community Protection Notice Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) Closure Power Dispersal Power
Give examples of items, which could be confiscated under Dispersal Powers?
- Spray Cans
- Laser Pens
- Speakers
What do you know about a Community Protection Notice (CPN)?
- Stops persistent anti–social individuals, businesses or organisations
- Can be issued by council, local authority, police or/& social landlords
- Breach of this notice is a criminal offence
What does the TRICK compliance stand for?
T – Time, arrive at time agreed, if delayed let the victim know
R – Reference, give crime number & your details
I – Inform, your victim of everything you have done & everything you plan to do
C – Complete, all enquires & update your victim
K – Keep, the victim at the heart of everything we do