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DE SB37

Bill

Status

Passed

6/26/2009

Primary Sponsor

Robert Marshall

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Origin

Senate

145th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes an amendment to Article IV, Section 29 of the Delaware Constitution regarding Justice of the Peace appointments and term lengths.

  • First appointment and confirmation of a Justice of the Peace results in a 4-year term.

  • Second or third appointment and confirmation results in a 6-year term.

  • Fourth or subsequent appointments and confirmation results in an 8-year term.

  • Aims to retain experienced Justices of the Peace and increase professionalism on the bench by extending terms for those who successfully complete multiple appointments.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Costs In The Justice Of The Peace Court.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/26/2009

Committee Referrals

Judiciary6/3/2009
Judiciary3/24/2009

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