Petition Decriminalise self-defence by any means against sexual assault

Reform self-defence laws to ensure anyone resisting an attempted sexual assault can use any means necessary. The law must recognise that using a tool to stop a larger attacker is a proportionate and lawful act of prevention.

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We believe the current legal framework for self-defence is failing victims of sexual assault.

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Created by Georgina Brown
Deadline 17 October 2026 All petitions run for 6 months
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