Make the minimum sentence for sexual communication with a child 2 years in jail

We want the Government to amend the legislation governing the offence of sexual communication with a child so that the minimum sentence for this crime is a two year custodial sentence.

This petition closed on 7 Sep 2023 with 579 signatures

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