Petition Make the minimum sentence for sexual communication with a child 2 years in jail

We want the Government to amend the legislation governing the offence of sexual communication with a child so that the minimum sentence for this crime is a two year custodial sentence.

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We believe present sentencing guidelines are not adequate.

This petition is closed This petition ran for 6 months

579 signatures

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Date closed 7 September 2023
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