Interpreting and Translating Emojis

Violence / Groups *Disclaimer: These emojis are a part of the Apple IOS 16.4 update and are the best representation of those being used. Emojis may vary based on the device. Please note that not all emojis will look the same. According to the Department of Justice, “Gangs are associations of three or more individuals who adopt a group identity in order to create an atmosphere of fear or intimidation.” 20 Violence groups will typically be organized by certain identifiers based on ethnicity or political lines, slogans, symbols, or tattoos. Unfortunately, these groups often use violence and intimidation as a tactic to achieve their goals when participating in criminal behavior.

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Translation

Crip Association/ Driftwood Crips

Negative Peer Group/Gang

Aggressor

Bloods Association

“SLATT” – Slime Love All The Time

“Free”/ In Custody

Rest in Peace/ “Long Live”

High/Dazed

Murder/Homicide “Smoked”

Violence/Possession of Weapons

Violence/ Possession of Firearms

Not a Snitch

20 About violent gangs . (2021, April 30). https://www.justice.gov/criminal-ocgs/about-violent-gangs

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