Petition · Ministry of Justice

Mandate that murderers start their sentences in category A prisons

Closed 2,958 signatures

What the petition asks

I would like the Government to mandate that those convicted for murder should begin their sentences in category A prisons. I believe they should do this to help protect our society.

Timeline

30 Jun 2025 Petition opened for signatures
30 Dec 2025 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 2,958
Status Closed
Department Ministry of Justice
Opened 30 Jun 2025
Closed 30 Dec 2025

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 30 Jul 2026.