What can we do about Anti-Social Behaviour?

Melton Borough Council firmly believes that prevention is the only long-term solution to tackling ASB however, where necessary there are a number of tools available to help us effectively tackle ASB . Upon receiving a complaint, details of the incident are taken and the investigating officer will advise you on the various actions they can take.  These can include:

• Where deemed appropriate, provide Incident Diaries to all the victims/witnesses in order to ascertain up to date information.
• Advice Letter- Intended to advise the individual or family that their conduct amounts to anti-social behaviour and asks then to act is a less troublesome way in the future. Individuals or families may not be aware their behaviour is causing concern.
• Warning Letter - Intended to alert the individual to the impact and consequences of their anti-social behaviour. Especially if they have already received advice. In the vast majority of cases the warning letter has been found to be sufficient in deterring future anti-social behaviour.
• Acceptable Behaviour Contract (ABC) - A written agreement in which the perpetrator of the anti-social behaviour agrees to stop such behaviour.
• Anti -Social Behaviour Order (ASBO) - A civil order prohibiting the offender from carrying out specific behaviours or from entering specified areas. Usually lasting up to 2 years and if breached could result in a custodial sentence or a heavy fine.
• Injunction - A civil action preventing an individual from doing something. Often injunctions are used where there is a risk of violence.
• Possession - The council have the ability to evict a council tenant from their home if they continue to engage in anti-social behaviour.

All complaints received will be treated in complete confidence.

For more information on any of these interventions please contact The Anti-Social Behaviour Team on 01664 502 502 or email asb@melton.gov.uk .