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To: James Browne Minister of State for Law Reform

Reform Irish Laws on Pet Theft

On the 21st July 2020 James Browne TD made a statement on his Facebook page where it was stated his office was preparing legislation to make it a more serious offence to steal a companion pet.

Why is this important?

Nearly 4 years later there has been no movement on this.
After numerous email correspondences with the Department of Justice and James Browne’s office there has been no clear answers.
I now need the support of the public to get this legislation fast tracked.

In the words of Deputy James Browne 21st July 2020 -
“Currently the theft of a pet is treated by the law as the very same as stealing a deck chair.
Yet, the theft of a pet can have a devastating effect on its owners and their family.
This should be reflected in the sanction given out for such a theft.
Where the theft is of therapy or support dog there should be an even greater sanction.”

Dogs and other companion pets are still being stolen daily in Ireland.
The theft of a pet needs its own classification and adequate punishment.
Pet theft is a LOW RISK/ HIGH REWARD CRIME.

How it will be delivered

In Person

Ireland

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Updates

2024-07-11 18:02:38 +0100

Thank you to Everyone who has signed, shared and supported the Online campaign.

My Petition being read today. It's so important that these Animals and their families have a voice.
Petition Number P00049/24 “Reform Irish Laws on Pet Theft”
The petition was considered after the engagement with the Ombudsman and Information Commissioner and representatives from his office.

https://fb.watch/tfOnQ1I9Em/

2024-07-10 21:24:05 +0100

Petition Number P00049/24 “Reform Irish Laws on Pet Theft

https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/oireachtas-tv/cr4-live/

Some Positive news and movement on the Campaign.

I submitted the Petition to the House of Oireachtas.

The petition will be discussed in public session at the Committee meeting tomorrow
(Thursday 11 July 2024) which is due to commence at 1.30 p.m.

The petition will be considered after the engagement with the Ombudsman
and Information Commissioner and representatives from his office.

You will be able to view the meeting live online via the Oireachtas website.
On behalf of the myself and the campaign,

This wouldn't have been possible without your support. Thank you!

2024-06-17 14:28:21 +0100

5,000 signatures reached

2024-06-06 16:18:32 +0100

For Anyone outside Republic of Ireland who would like to sign please select option in Constituency box - “Not in Ireland” thank you
Thank you.

2024-05-31 22:43:02 +0100

I was interviewed on a panel discussion on Newstalk Lunchtime Live 30/5/24. Listen back -https://www.newstalk.com/news/dogs-are-not-objects-calls-for-pet-theft-to-become-standalone-offence-1730385

2024-05-25 17:44:56 +0100

We have passed the 4000 mark. Thank you Everyone for your Support.

2024-05-19 00:04:05 +0100

My interview for radio 18/5/24 - https://www.kfmradio.com/news/localnews/mind-your-dogs-surge-in-stolen-to-order-thefts-alarms-locals/

2024-05-15 16:54:01 +0100

We have passed the 2000 mark. Let’s keep this going. Thank you Everyone for signing.

2024-04-29 18:09:10 +0100

For Anyone outside Republic of Ireland who would like to sign please select option in Constituency box - “Not in Ireland”
Thank you.

2024-04-22 18:18:48 +0100

Thank you Everyone that has signed. We have reach over the 1000 mark. Let’s keep this going.

2024-04-22 10:20:09 +0100

1,000 signatures reached

2024-04-15 23:31:07 +0100

Thank you we’ve passed 500 signatures. Please continue to share among family and friends.

2024-04-15 22:03:23 +0100

500 signatures reached

2024-04-12 18:03:13 +0100

Thank you Everyone who’s signed and shared so far. We are nearly at 200 signatures.

2024-04-11 18:05:40 +0100

100 signatures reached