Petition · Ministry of Justice
Grant full immunity from prosecution to homeowners from intruders
Open for signatures
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Amend Section 76 of the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 and grant homeowners have absolute immunity from prosecution when defending their home from intruders.
We feel current laws allow criminals to exploit loopholes by claiming a homeowner used disproportionate force, which may result in homeowners facing arrest. We feel a home is a sanctuary, and that masked, armed robbers who force entry to steal should accept the absolute risk of severe injury or death because of their crimes. Homeowners should not be framed as premeditated criminals for protecting their family. We believe the system should stand unconditionally with homeowners, not intruders.
Timeline
| 29 Jul 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
29 Jul 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 30 Jul 2026.