Petition · Ministry of Justice
Raise the minimum sentence for hit-and-run crimes to two years imprisonment
Open for signatures
489 signatures
What the petition asks
Currently, the maximum penalty for leaving the scene of an accident is only six months’ imprisonment. Offenders are often given a fine, points, or community service. We feel this is not strong enough punishment and should be increased.
A minimum sentence of two years must be introduced. We believe six months is not an adequate punishment for such a terrible crime. A minimum sentence of two years would be more in line with the sentence for causing serious injury by careless driving.
Timeline
| 13 Apr 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
489
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
13 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.