Only release details of an individual when found guilty of a criminal offence

Closed 57 signatures

What the petition asks

Protect the members of the public by only releasing an individuals personal details upon a guilty plea or being found guilty of a criminal offence. Too many lives are ruined or severely affected by press coverage before being found guilty of the offence in question.

To protect the livelihood and future of individuals who may have been wrongly accused and charged with an offence. Individuals should not be ‘singled out’ or ‘named and shamed’ for an offence they have not committed. A potentially innocent individuals information should always be protected in line with the Data Protection Act to prevent further discrimination and the risk of developing/progressing mental health issues.

Timeline

19 Mar 2020	Petition opened for signatures
19 Sep 2020	Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 57

Status Closed

Department Ministry of Justice

Opened 19 Mar 2020

Closed 19 Sep 2020

Follow this petition