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DE HB382

Bill

Status

Passed

7/21/2014

Primary Sponsor

Michael Barbieri

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Origin

House of Representatives

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes the 6-month limitation on extensions of Family Court Protective Orders under Delaware Code Title 10, Section 1045(c)

  • Allows protective orders to be extended without a time limit when domestic violence has occurred since the original order's entry, a violation of the order has occurred, the respondent consents, or good cause is shown

  • Maintains existing requirements that extension hearings be scheduled within 30 days after proof of service on the respondent is filed

  • Preserves the ability for either party to file motions to extend or modify protective order terms, including emergency motions under applicable procedures

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Family Court Protective Orders.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

7/21/2014

Committee Referrals

Judiciary6/19/2014
Judiciary6/5/2014

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