What is an Antisocial Behaviour Order (commonly known as an ‘ASBO’)?
A. An ASBO is a court order that prohibits the perpetrator from specific antisocial behaviours. ASBOs can be given to anyone, no matter how old they are. Antisocial behaviour is a term used to describe incidents or actions that cause alarm, harassment or distress, or affect the quality of life of individuals. ASBO laws give the police, local authorities and housing association more powers to make the society in which we live safer, by protecting individuals and communities from vandalism, graffiti, intimidation and nuisance neighbours. If an ASBO is made against you it can prohibit you from doing certain things, such as going to a town centre or spending time with a particular group of people. When you hang out with friends make sure you behave in an appropriate manner and you don’t cause damage to an area or harm others. If you are a victim of antisocial behaviour you can contact your local police station and they can act accordingly under the laws. No one should be a victim of antiso
