Petition · Home Office
Introduce stricter minimum penalties for acts of animal cruelty.
Closed
3,470 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the Government to introduce stricter penalties for animal cruelty. Current punishments can often just result in suspended sentences or fines. We think the government should introduce stricter minimum penalties, including prison sentences, to help deter abuse and ensure justice for victims.
We think current punishments for animal cruelty fail to reflect their severity. In our view, stricter laws, including minimum custodial sentences, would be vital to help deter cruelty and help ensure justice.
Timeline
| 11 Dec 2024 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 11 Jun 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
3,470
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
11 Dec 2024
Closed
11 Jun 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.