Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Rename death by dangerous driving as "motor manslaughter" and increase sentences
Closed
758 signatures
What the petition asks
I would like the Government to change the name of the offence of causing death by dangerous driving to "motor manslaughter" for all road traffic collisions caused by a vehicle that results in death. I also think punishment for the crime should be increased.
I feel that "motor manslaughter" would better reflect the severity of the crime that has been committed and taken the life of a victim.
Timeline
| 6 Mar 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
758
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
6 Mar 2024
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.