Rejected petition Allow castle doctrine in the uk

We need clear guidelines with clear rights to allow homeowners to protect themselves without punishment

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Violent crimes are becoming more common. People are breaking into properties with knifes machetes even guns. Homeowners need to be able to protect themselves without fear of punishment when a violent attack or intrusion is happening.

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Why was this petition rejected?

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It is already a defence to use reasonable force to defend yourself or property:

https://www.lexisnexis.co.uk/legal/glossary/self-defence

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Date submitted 25 February 2025
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