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DE SB154
Bill
Status
9/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Margaret Henry
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AI Summary
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Grants the Court of Common Pleas original jurisdiction (non-exclusive) over misdemeanor charges involving possession, use, or consumption of prescription non-controlled substances, controlled substances, or counterfeit controlled substances for persons 18 years or older.
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Specifies Court of Common Pleas jurisdiction covers violations of Sections 4761(a) and (b), 4763, 4764(a), (b), and (d), and 4771 of Title 16.
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Establishes Justice of the Peace Court original jurisdiction over Section 4764(c) violations and Section 4774(b) violations for persons 18 years or older.
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Maintains Superior Court's original and exclusive jurisdiction over all other controlled substance violations by adults, and preserves Family Court's original and exclusive jurisdiction over all violations by persons under age 18.
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Becomes effective 30 days after enactment; amends existing law to conform to Delaware Legislative Drafting Manual guidelines.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Uniform Controlled Substances Act.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
9/3/2015