Petition
Tougher Laws and Longer Sentences for Domestic Violence Crimes
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Women should not have to live in fear while offenders receive minimal consequences. Increase sentencing and protection for victims of domestic abuse, coercive control, stalking, harassment and violence against women.
Too many women live with lifelong trauma caused by domestic abuse, coercive control, stalking and harassment, while offenders often receive minimal consequences or early release. Women deserve stronger protection and sentencing that reflects the seriousness and lasting impact of these crimes.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may wish to sign this petition which calls for a similar action: Increase domestic violence maximum sentences and penalties & reform bail laws
Timeline
| 14 May 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 11 Jun 2026 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
11 Jun 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.