Ban plea bargains in domestic violence cases if perpetrator has prior conviction

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closedMinistry of JusticeOpened 12 August 2025Closed 12 February 2026

Background

I want the government to put stricter regulations in place that prevent perpetrators being able to enter a plea bargain.

Additional details

I feel the justice system is failing us every day and helping to protect abusers despite the evidence being provided. If they have previous DV offences, I think it shows patterns of behaviour and a lack of desire to change.

Where it’s popular

Constituencies with the most signatures on this petition.

Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 735023.