Remove sentence reductions for guilty pleas in controlling and coercive cases
- 68,254 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 288,167 - 6,859 added in the past 24hrs)
I want the Government to introduce legislation so that defendants charged with controlling or coercive behaviour cannot receive a sentencing reduction for a guilty plea entered after initially pleading not guilty. This should be known as Paris’s Law.
Make all court and tribunal transcripts available free of charge
- 203,002 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 204,249 - 14 added in the past 24hrs)
Make all court and tribunal transcripts available for free. Currently, fees can reach thousands, creating a "paywall" for justice. All legal records should be public property to help ensure transparency, allow for fair appeals, and support victims. Access to the law should not depend on wealth.
The Government responsed to this petition on 3rd March 2026 (View Full Response)Introduce 5yr Minimum Sentence for unlawfully carrying a Knife 3yrs Juveniles
- 52,868 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 53,559 - 10 added in the past 24hrs)
We've a knife crime epidemic with too many people carrying knives in public; As a serving police officer I tackled many offenders carrying a knife & once almost lost my life when stabbed in chest arresting a burglar; too many parents are planning funerals instead of bright futures for their children
The Government responsed to this petition on 16th February 2026 (View Full Response)Make it a crime to abandon someone in immediate danger without seeking help
- 30,335 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 32,771 - 54 added in the past 24hrs)
My sister Danielle died from asphyxiation during a domestic incident. She was locked in a property & died as result of being alone. There is currently no law requiring someone to take action when a life is at risk.
The Government responsed to this petition on 9th February 2026 (View Full Response)Do not remove trial by jury for certain cases
- 8,521 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 8,838 - 20 added in the past 24hrs)
The MoJ plans to remove the right to trial by jury for either-way cases with a likely sentence of three years or less. We believe it is an ancient right allowing us to be judged by our peers and this right must never be lost.
Mandatory life sentences for repeat child sexual offenders to protect children
- 674 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,985 - 14 added in the past 24hrs)
Introduce mandatory life sentences or whole-life orders for repeat child sexual offenders, and remove eligibility for early release. Ensure sentencing reflects the lifelong harm caused and prioritises protecting children from repeat offenders.
Make a dog injuring or killing a cat a specific offence
- 2,495 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,701 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
Make it an offence for a dog to kill or seriously injure a cat, whether in public or on private property. Introduce penalties for negligent dog owners and compensation for cat owners that reflects the emotional impact & distress caused plus vet bills or cremation costs.
Increase minimum sentences for drug supply offences
- 1,924 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,350 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
Drug supply should not be considered a victimless crime. Aggravating factors such as supply to vulnerable people and minors should be given greater consideration.
Continue PR for severely disabled adults instead of costly CoP Deputyship
- 1,821 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,314 - 15 added in the past 24hrs)
Amend the law so Parental Responsibility continues beyond 18 where a capacity assessment between the ages of 16-18 confirms the young person severely and permanently lacks capacity, with oversight safeguards, removing the need for families to apply for costly, Court of Protection Deputyship.
Mandate whole-life sentence for knife-related murders & stricter penalties
- 1,876 Signatures
(Estimated Final Signatures: 2,137 - 3 added in the past 24hrs)
We believe Parliament should amend sentencing laws to introduce mandatory whole life sentences with no possibility of parole, to ensure consistent punishment, public protection, and deterrence.