Petition Inquiry into treatment of those with mental disorders by justice system

There should be an independent inquiry into the treatment of suspects and offenders with cognitive and behavioural difficulties, in particular those with Autism, by the Criminal Justice System.

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This inquiry should be used to make the currently failing British Criminal Justice System more humane, transparent, accountable, fair and proportionate for those most vulnerable and in need of proper care and support.

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349 signatures

Progress of the petition towards its next target: 349 of 10,000 signatures required to get a government response

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Date closed 5 July 2021
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