In response to the recent speculation surrounding J.K. Rowling's potential arrest under Scotland's Hate Crime and Public Order Act, Caitlyn Jenner has called the idea "absurd" and expressed her support for the Harry Potter author. The English writer, who has faced criticism for her remarks about transgender individuals, could potentially be investigated for deliberately misgendering transgender people.

Scotland's Minister for Victims and Community Safety, Siobhian Brown, raised the possibility of investigating Rowling under the new law for misgendering transgender individuals. However, Caitlyn Jenner took to X to voice her disagreement, stating that the idea has gone too far. Jenner firmly asserted that respecting people's pronouns should be a choice and not enforced through the threat of legal repercussions.

While Jenner herself faced controversy in the past for her stance on transgender participation in sports and the teaching of gender identity in schools, she stood in solidarity with Rowling on this issue. Both she and Rowling believe that the law can be misused by activists to silence those who voice dissenting opinions.

The Hate Crime and Public Order Act, according to Brown, focuses on "threatening and abusive" behavior, either in person or online. Under this new law, misgendering a transgender person could be considered a criminal offense, although determining the criminality rests with the judgement of the police.

Rowling passionately criticized the legislation, calling attention to what she sees as a disregard for the rights and freedoms of women and girls. She emphasized the importance of being able to accurately describe biological sex, as it affects discussions around violence, sexual violence, and women's rights.

Caitlyn Jenner's post expressing her support for Rowling has garnered significant attention, accumulating over 94,000 views. While many social media users criticized Jenner for her stance, accusing her of disavowing her identity and betraying the queer community, some defended her opinion and lamented the growing trend of excessive sensitivity and offense-taking.

In the midst of the controversy, Police Scotland confirmed that no action would be taken against Rowling for her posts regarding the Hate Crime and Public Order Act. Although complaints were made against the author, the authorities deemed that no further action was necessary.

As the debate concerning freedom of speech and the protection of transgender rights continues, discussions around the potential consequences of hate-crime legislation will likely persist.