The feeling of vulnerability and fear that my neighbour or my loved one could be the next victim of a home invasion is tearing our community apart. It's painful to watch our elderly and young families in Victoria living in constant fear. The anxiety generated by these violent acts is placing an unbearable strain on our emotional well-being and eroding our basic right of feeling safe in our homes.

We need strict laws and lengthy sentences for home invasion criminals urgently. Home invasions in Victoria have spiked by over 13% between 2016 and 2020 (source: Australian Bureau of Statistics), demonstrating the urgent need for effective preventative measures. Not only does this trend instill fear within our community, but it also sets a dangerous precedent for future generations.

Moreover, it is of great concern that these offenders are often released on parole, creating an environment wherein victims are forced to live in perpetual fear, often leading to psychological trauma.

We are not asking for vengeance, but for justice. For a system that holds individuals accountable for their actions and protects those most vulnerable in our society. An amendment to the current legal provisions can ensure that these offenders face adequate prison terms, without the option of early parole.

Sign this petition today and help press for a comprehensive change in laws pertaining to home invasion in Victoria, thereby safeguarding our community from these criminals. Signing this petition could help save a life.