Rejected petition Do not prosecute people protecting themselves, homes, family & property from intruders

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Change the law to stop people being prosecuted for protecting themselves, their families, homes and properties from intruders bent on robbing, beating, murdering or raping them. Ensure that justice is done, protect the innocent and ensure sentences are higher for home intruders. Allow people to protect themselves.

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Date submitted 4 September 2012
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