Slovenia
In 2020, Slovenia reported data to ODIHR for the first time since 2011. Slovenia's Criminal Code includes the substantive offences of aggravated murder and incitement to violence. Hate crime data are collected by the police and the Ministry of Justice.
OFFICIAL DATA
| Year | Hate crimes recorded by police | Prosecuted | Sentenced |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 94 | 7 | 6 |
| 2019 | 57 | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2017 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2016 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2015 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2014 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2013 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2012 | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 2011 | 45 | Not available | Not available |
| 2010 | 34 | Not available | Not available |
| 2009 | 9 | Not available | Not available |
About 2020 Data
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The records data presented here exclusively offences under Article 297 of the Slovenian Criminal Code (Public incitement to hatred, violence or intolerance) which may include hate speech offences falling outside of the OSCE's definition of hate crime.
INCIDENTS REPORTED BY OTHER SOURCES
Anti-Christian hate crime
| Date | Type of incident | Source | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-12 | Attacks against property | Holy See
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| 2020-05 | Attacks against property | Holy See
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| 2020-11 | Attacks against property | Holy See
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Anti-LGBTI hate crime
| Date | Type of incident | Source | Description |
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| 2020-05 | Violent attacks against people | Advocacy for LGBTI Rights Legebitra
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INTERNATIONAL REPORTS
KEY OBSERVATION
ODIHR recognizes Slovenia's efforts in training prosecutors in the area of hate crime. However, based on the available information, it observes that the law enforcement agencies of Slovenia have not recorded the bias motivations behind hate crimes. In addition, Slovenia would benefit from reviewing its existing legal framework in order to ensure that bias motivations can be effectively acknowledged and appropriate penalties can be imposed on the perpetrators.
ODIHR recalls that in the Ministerial Council Decision 9/09, participating States have committed to promptly investigating hate crimes and ensuring that the motives of those convicted of hate crimes are acknowledged. To that end, the law enforcement agencies must, first of all, record the bias motivations behind hate crimes. In the Ministerial Council Decision 9/09, participating States have also committed to enacting specific, tailored legislation to combat hate crimes, providing for effective penalties that take into account the gravity of such crimes.
ODIHR stands ready to support Slovenia in meeting its relevant commitments through the provision of comprehensive resources and tailored assistance in the area of hate crime recording and data collection, as well as further resources and tailored legislative advice.