Petition · Ministry of Justice
Amend guidelines so serious crimes against disabled people get maximum sentence
Closed
44 signatures
What the petition asks
We want Government to amend the sentencing guidelines to recommend maximum sentences for serious crimes against people who are mentally or physically disabled, including life sentences. Serious crimes should include assault, rape, sexual abuse, and harassment.
I call on the Government to exercise its power and take action which I believe will help put an end, once and for all, to serious crimes committed against people with mental or physical disabilities.
Timeline
| 12 Aug 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 12 Feb 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
44
Status
Closed
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
12 Aug 2025
Closed
12 Feb 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 20 Aug 2026.