Submitted on Sunday 14th March 2021
Rejected on Tuesday 23rd March 2021
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Align punishment for dog theft with that of human kidnapping/false imprisonment
Discuss the current maximum sentence for dog theft which is a crime that is increasing exponentially and understand the impact this crime has on the family. Dogs are family members and endure huge stress when taken from the family unit. The sentence for taking them should recognise this.
Recognise that the family dog is part of the family unit and when taken both the dog and the family endure huge stress and anxiety. The sentence for being prosecuted for such a crime should align more closely with the taking of another family member (which would be kidnapping/false imprisonment) rather than just theft.
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We have published the following petitions, which you might like to sign:
Increase minimum and maximum sentences for pet theft: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/563711
Increase penalties for dog theft and illegal puppy farming: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/574650
Make dog theft a specific criminal offence: petition.parliament.uk/petitions/560216
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