Equality and diversity issues feature significantly in the policies and practices of all criminal justice agencies. This book examines crime, criminal justice, and community safety issues with respect to a wide range of communities and identities. The book covers late modernity, identity formations, communities and crime, and hate crimes including: race/religious hate crimes; offenses against gay, lesbian, transgender, and bisexual communities; and crimes against people with disabilities. UK case studies and chapter questions are used throughout to enhance student learning.