Petition · Ministry of Justice
Set mandatory minimum sentences for all child-related offences
Closed
128 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the Government to introduce mandatory minimum sentences for all sexual and violent offences against children.
We believe children deserve the highest level of protection under the law. Yet, many adults who commit serious crimes against children, including sexual abuse, exploitation, and violent harm, receive sentences which we believe do not reflect the lifelong impact on victims. We want our justice system to send a clear message: crimes against children will be met with the strongest possible consequences.
Timeline
| 15 Dec 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 15 Jun 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
128
Status
Closed
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
15 Dec 2025
Closed
15 Jun 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.