What can be legally done about my dad referring to my girlfriends son with racist comments?

Goalie43

Nothing.
You can't change a Narrow Minded Racist.
Believe me, I know.

kja63

Oh for heaven's sake, why would you need to involve the law on a matter with your father? He's your Dad, talk to him!

Mr. G

Probably nothing

Just because something is done in poor taste does not make it ilegal.

Yasmin H

You could try having a go at him?!

Tell him that you won't have anything to do with him anymore unless he stops being racist?

hexeliebe

By you, nothing.

By her, she doesn't have to be around him.

Racism and it's views are not illegal on its face. Only in practice and very specific situations.

Just don't let her around him

Cookies Anyone?

Verbal assault is a crime and coupled with the racism, that makes it a hate crime. You should be able to call the thought police and have him drawn and quartered.

Get real!! Your dad is an ***, so maybe you should get some boundaries and not be around him!

Doug

Move

trucker

is it done with venim or the old fashion racist comedy, if it is the first, then disfellowship your dad for a while to see if his love for you is greater than his hate for the kid, if its the latter then dont take it to heart. dont bring authorities into it they will make life alot worse.

Yahoo is Stupid

I agree with kja63 .. he's your DAD for crying out loud! Take him out for a beer, shoot a game of pool, and tell him it hurts your feelings and the feelings of a CHILD when he says those things. Ask him to stop.

This is a no-brainer.

lastofthewonderfullpeople

not a lot. so you will have to talk to him, and tell him that it is totally unacceptable to talk about your step son in this way, and make it clear you won't be visiting until he sorts himself out.... make sure your point out how wrong this is....

good luck

willliewaggler

Despite what the majority of people are saying here, it is illegal, carrying a criminal penalty of up to 4 years in jail.

That said, just talk to him and explain it is unacceptable conduct.

Is his hero Alf Garnett?

James M

Nothing at all, and you should not bother the police with your trivialities. Just remind him that you are his son, and that his attitude is upsetting you. If he doesn't stop, you will no longer want anything to do with him.

nothing just stop being around him he has free speech

pedro

If you are seeking legal advice (yes), consult any competent attorney. If you are searching for a method that will allow the person to change his behavior, possibly hypnotherapy will have an effect. Other than this, (threats may backfire), your best bet is get him a book or two on the origins of humanity, like "the seven daughters of eve" by brian sykes. Science has laid the groundwork for our realization we are all brothers and sisters. ( I knew that!). Race, like religion, is an artificial wedge that serves to keep us apart, benefiting the hidden agenda of the powerful. That is my opinion.

Susie D

Nothing - there is no law against being a racist person, and your girlfriend has an obligation as a parent to keep her son away from people who say things like that.

Grow up and realize the world isn't going to live up to your expectations and there is no "legal" remedy for that.

Michael

Restraining order.

MISSY G

Suppose you could send him a letter from a solicitor

Spiny Norman

Racists comments are illegal and should be reported to the police if you have evidence. Perhaps a recording, or when something is said in front of several people.

Rachael D

If your serious about it go to the police - they can do him with racism. He won't get anything tough probably just a caution and a small fine - but it'll be enough to wake him up!

pinkdogwood

Why are u bringing an innocent child around this racist even if he is yr dad? U can't legally make him stop. Why don't U have the nerve to ask him to stop and then tell him U are not coming around him talking like that. The suggestions that tell u to go to the cops show U r a wimp. Stay away from him or if u need his money, get another girlfriend. U can't have both.

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