Rejected petition Ban fines on sexual assaults, only prison sentences used to charge.

Rejected on 5 October 2021

Sexual assaults should be a more serious crime. By higher the sentence it will act as a deterrent.

For example 8 years or more.

Why was this petition rejected?

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You may wish to sign this petition calling for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/577443

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