Closed petition Make Misconduct in a Public Office a statutory offence

We feel that the common law offence of Misconduct in a Public Office is outdated and there isn't clear enough guidelines about how this offence is committed.

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We think that if the government creates this legislation, it will provide a clear and concise description of what Misconduct in a Public Office is and will also assist the courts with sentencing. At present, we feel there is no clear definition of Misconduct in a Public Office and no clear sentencing guidelines.

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54 signatures

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Date closed 5 September 2025
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