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Apprehension of Burglars Bill

A Bill to provide immunity from prosecution or civil action for persons who apprehend or attempt to apprehend burglars; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

1 May 2012

In Plain English

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The Apprehension of Burglars Bill would give people immunity from criminal prosecution or civil action if they apprehend burglars or attempt to do so. It also covers related purposes described in the bill. The measure is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons, having had its first reading in July 2010.

Key Points

  • Gives immunity from criminal prosecution for those who apprehend burglars or attempt to apprehend them.
  • Gives immunity from civil action in relation to those actions.
  • Applies to private individuals, not just police, who intervene during burglaries.
  • Includes related or connected provisions to support the main aim of the bill.
  • Status: currently at the 2nd reading in the Commons.

Progress

The bill began with its first reading in July 2010 and is now at the second reading stage in the Commons; if it advances, it would move on to the next stages (e.g., committee stage) in due course.

Who is affected?

Private individuals who intervene in burglaries (e.g., homeowners, neighbours, bystanders)Security personnel who intervene to prevent burglaries (e.g., shop or company security staff)

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

5 Jul 2010

2nd readingCommons
Committee stageCommons
Report stageCommons
3rd readingCommons
1st readingLords
2nd readingLords
Committee stageLords
Report stageLords
3rd readingLords
Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Apprehension of Burglars

1 Jan 1970
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.