Petition request

That the House of Representatives tighten bail and sentencing laws for sex offenders in New Zealand.

Petition reason

I think sex offenders awaiting sentencing should not get bail, but if on bail they should be monitored and not allowed in public. I think they should face longer prison sentences. In my view: victims deserve safety and peace of mind, and should not be worried about bumping into their abuser in the street; victims can feel like the offender gets all the freedom and safety which I feel is wrong; sex offenders have a high chance of reoffending and we need to keep our children and communities safe.

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Petition progress

  • Open for signatures
  • Closed for signatures
  • Select Committee
  • Reported
  • Referred to Minister
Number of signatures: 1376
Date presented: 15 Oct 2025
Considered by: Justice
SC Report(s): 24 Jun 2026 (Final)
Presenting member: Hon Chris Penk
Closing date: 09 Sep 2025