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Re: Proposal for Legislative Change – Introduction of "Carl's Law" to Strengthen Sentencing for Crimes Against Children

I am writing as Carl Damian Trinity Power, a resident of the United Kingdom, to formally propose a significant change to UK law concerning crimes against children. These include, but are not limited to, child trafficking, sexual exploitation, abuse, neglect, and all other forms of harm inflicted upon children.

I am deeply concerned that current sentencing guidelines and statutory maximum/minimum penalties for such offences are insufficiently severe, failing to reflect the profound and lifelong damage caused to victims. In my view, this contributes to an unacceptable level of reoffending and undermines public confidence in the justice system. Recent trends indicate that these crimes are increasing, and without stronger deterrence and protection, communities may feel compelled to take matters into their own hands if the law does not adequately respond.

Current Context

Under existing UK law (primarily the Sexual Offences Act 2003 and Sentencing Council guidelines), sentences vary by offence:

Rape of a child under 13 carries a maximum of life imprisonment, with typical ranges starting from around 6–19 years depending on culpability and harm.

Other serious child sexual offences (e.g., sexual assault of a child under 13 or sexual exploitation) have maxima of 10–14 years in many cases, with starting points often lower.

Human rights protections under the Human Rights Act 1998 (incorporating the European Convention on Human Rights) continue to apply to all prisoners, including those convicted of these offences, ensuring fair treatment, rehabilitation opportunities, and protections against inhuman or degrading treatment.

While these frameworks provide some safeguards, I believe they do not go far enough in prioritising child protection over offender rights in the most serious cases.

Proposed Change: Introduction of "Carl's Law"

I respectfully request consideration of a new law, which I propose to name "Carl's Law", to establish mandatory minimum and enhanced maximum sentences specifically for crimes involving harm to children. The core elements would be:

Mandatory minimum sentence of 25 years' imprisonment for the most serious offences against children (e.g., rape of a child, penetrative sexual assault/exploitation, severe trafficking, or repeated abuse causing lifelong harm).

Maximum sentence of 90 years or more (or life imprisonment where already applicable), to reflect the gravity and potential for reoffending.

Removal or severe restriction of certain protections (e.g., no automatic application of prisoner human rights considerations that could limit isolation or rehabilitation-focused measures where reoffending risk is deemed high due to the nature of the crime against a child's basic human rights).

No eligibility for parole, early release schemes, or supportive/protective measures (such as certain privileges or leniency in custody) for offenders convicted of harming a child, unless exceptional circumstances are proven beyond doubt.

This proposed law draws from the principle that laws, rooted in moral and divine foundations to protect the innocent (particularly children), should prioritise victims over perpetrators in cases of such profound violation.

Rationale

These offences strike at the most vulnerable in society and often result in irreversible trauma. Stronger mandatory sentences would serve as a greater deterrent, reduce reoffending risks, and reaffirm society's commitment to safeguarding children above all else.

I would be grateful for any guidance on how to advance this proposal—perhaps through a petition, contact with my local MP, or submission to a relevant consultation. I am happy to provide further details or discuss this matter.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Protecting children must remain a paramount priority in our legal system.

Yours sincerely,

Carl Damian Trinity Power

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Thank sincerely 

Mr C D T Power