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DE SB116

Bill

Status

Passed

7/5/2011

Primary Sponsor

James Johnson

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Origin

Senate

146th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Limits the jurisdiction of bailiffs, judicial assistants, and court security officers from countywide authority to only courthouse buildings and real property used for judicial functions

  • Grants these officers peace officer powers including the power to make arrests in criminal cases, but only within courthouse facilities

  • Removes the requirement that peace officer appointments for these positions be recorded with the county recorder of deeds

  • Applies to officers in the Superior Court, Court of Common Pleas, and Family Court systems under Title 10 of the Delaware Code

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Bailiffs And Judicial Assistants.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/5/2011

Committee Referrals

Judiciary6/21/2011
Judiciary6/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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