Rejected petition Introduce mandatory prison sentences and lifetime bans for animal cruelty

Introduce mandatory prison sentences for animal cruelty offences, establish a national animal cruelty register, and implement lifetime bans for convicted offenders. Current penalties are too lenient - many cases result in small fines or suspended sentences that don’t deter repeat offences.

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Animal cruelty penalties are inadequate and inconsistent. Many serious cases result in small fines or suspended sentences that don’t deter repeat offenders. Animals are vulnerable and defenseless - they cannot escape abuse or seek help. Research shows links between animal cruelty and other serious crimes. The justice system must reflect the severity of these offences. Stronger deterrents through mandatory sentences, lifetime bans, and proper monitoring to protect innocent animals from suffering.

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Ban Private Dog Breeding and Strengthen Penalties for Animal Cruelty
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/728177

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Date submitted 14 July 2025
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