Amend the Firearms Act to allow licensed defensive tasers for female adults 18+

Amend the Firearms Act 1968 to create a regulated licensing category for specialist defensive tasers, enabling lawful possession by female adults aged 18+ with mandatory training and safeguards, to support personal safety in the context of high levels of violence against women and vulnerable adults.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk

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Government response threshold (10,000) · 303/10,000

Debate threshold (100,000) · 303/100,000

Background

Violence against women, sexual offences, and abuse remains high in the UK, with police-recorded serious sexual offences exceeding 100,000 annually and low charge rates, leaving many feeling unsafe. We believe women and vulnerable adults need access to regulated, non-lethal defensive tools alongside legal protections. A targeted amendment with strict licensing and training could provide an additional, responsible option for personal safety without reducing public safety commitments.