Submitted on Tuesday 25th February 2025
Rejected on Thursday 3rd April 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: already-happening (see below for details)
Allow castle doctrine in the uk
We need clear guidelines with clear rights to allow homeowners to protect themselves without punishment
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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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
It is already a defence to use reasonable force to defend yourself or property:
www.lexisnexis.co.uk/legal/glossary/self-defence
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