Elements of Mischief to Religious Property – Section 430(4.1)

Mischief Relating to Religious Property(Cemetery)  – Section 430(4.1)

In addition to meeting the elements of mischief, (see elements of damage to property) the following additional elements must be met

1. The property is used primarily for religious worship, including (but not necessarily limited to) a church, mosque, synagogue or temple, or a cemetery, AND…
2. The damage is done to a building, , structure or part thereof OR…
   1. an object associated with religious worship, on the grounds
3. AND the mischief must be motivated by
   1. bias, prejudice or hate
   2. relating to religion, race, colour, or national or ethnic origin. 

Related Links:

• Statutory Wording for Mischief – Section 430
• Elements of Mischief Homepage
• Elements of Mischief (Damage to Property)

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