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DE HB207
Bill
Status
6/30/2017
Primary Sponsor
Helene Keeley
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AI Summary
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Removes the ability for both the State and accused to elect transfer of DUI cases from Justice of the Peace Court to Court of Common Pleas within 20 days of arraignment
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Limits Justice of the Peace Court jurisdiction in DUI cases to accepting guilty pleas, imposing sentences for first and second offenses, and entering conditional adjudications for first offender elections under § 4177B
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Transfers exclusive trial jurisdiction for all DUI violations to the Court of Common Pleas
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Requires any offense properly joined with a DUI charge to remain joined for trial purposes, regardless of which court normally has jurisdiction
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Eliminates the June 30, 2017 sunset provision that was set to expire the State's transfer authority established by House Bill 277 of the 147th General Assembly
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 21 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Driving A Vehicle While Under The Influence.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
6/30/2017