e-petition

This e-petition is now closed

Absolute right to self-defence within ones home

Responsible department: Ministry of Justice

The law regarding self-defence should be altered to make explicit that a householder is entitled to use any and all measures against an unlawful intruder within their home without fear of prosecution or any requirement to demonstrate proportionality or 'reasonableness' of response.

Number of signatures:
8,369
Created by:
Alan Young
Closing:
04/02/2012