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DE SB198

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

4/3/2012

Primary Sponsor

Earl Jaques

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Origin

Senate

146th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates new section 505A in Title 6 (Delaware Code) prohibiting distribution of weighted advertisements or business solicitations on residential property using rocks, stones, or similar materials
  • Excludes protective materials such as plastic wrapping and rubber bands from the definition of prohibited weighted material
  • Establishes a $50 fine for each violation of the prohibition
  • Grants Justice of the Peace Court jurisdiction over enforcement of violations
  • Addresses concerns about property damage to vehicles and residences caused by weighted solicitations thrown onto residential properties

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 6 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Distribution Of Certain Solicitations.

Last Action

Reported Out of Committee (SMALL BUSINESS) in Senate with 5 On Its Merits

5/8/2012

Committee Referrals

Small Business4/3/2012

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