Although bias (also referred to as hate) crimes are included in the list of reportable crimes on college campuses, it does not provide a complete picture of the problem. This type of crime is generally defined as one in which prejudice (based on race, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or disability) was the motivating factor. The bias can be expressed through conduct, speech, or expression. A crime does not have to occur for an incident to be labeled as bias.

The law school’s Human Rights Policy describes examples of unacceptable behavior and the actions which will be taken in response to it. There is a variety of law school-sponsored student organizations that host events which provide a forum for expressing differing opinions and views. All events are advertized in the law school’s newsletter (This Week At New York Law School) and there are frequent reminders on the student center electronic bulletin board.