Introduce stricter minimum penalties for acts of animal cruelty.

3,470
signatures
closedHome OfficeOpened 11 December 2024Closed 11 June 2025

Background

We want the Government to introduce stricter penalties for animal cruelty. Current punishments can often just result in suspended sentences or fines. We think the government should introduce stricter minimum penalties, including prison sentences, to help deter abuse and ensure justice for victims.

Additional details

We think current punishments for animal cruelty fail to reflect their severity. In our view, stricter laws, including minimum custodial sentences, would be vital to help deter cruelty and help ensure justice.

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Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 701925.