New legislation in the UK aims to combat car theft by criminalizing the possession, distribution, and sale of signal jammers. These devices, commonly used by thieves to unlock cars without keys, are involved in 40% of vehicle thefts. Under the Crime and Policing Bill, violators may face five years in prison and unlimited fines. Additionally, the burden of proof will shift to device owners, requiring them to prove legitimate use. With vehicle theft rates high and many cases unsolved, policymakers are responding to urgent public safety concerns.
Under the new law, anyone found with a signal jammer can face up to five years in prison, shifting the burden of proof to the owner for legitimacy.
Dame Diana Johnson emphasized the significant impact of vehicle thefts on victims, who rely on their cars for daily activities, acknowledging public concern over electronic theft devices.
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