ASBOs

Anti Social Behaviour

Anti Social Behaviour generally refers to actions that don't match established social expectations and relates to problems caused by:

  • noisy neighbours
  • abandoned cars
  • vandalism
  • graffiti and litter
  • nuisance

To prevent these problems arising the government have implemented Anti Social Behaviour Orders (ASBOs). These orders aim to protect the public from any behaviour that causes, or is likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress.

ASBOs are court orders applied for by local authorities, police forces and by registered social landlords. Members of the public can not apply for a court order, but people can get involved by monitoring and collecting evidence.