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DE HR12
Resolution
Status
6/12/2019
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Williams
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AI Summary
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Delaware schools reported 185 incidents of sexual and dating violence offenses during the 2017-2018 school year
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Requests the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council to study expansion of domestic violence, teen dating violence, and sexual violence advocacy and legal services for minors
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Current Delaware law requires minors to have parental knowledge and consent to file for a Protection from Abuse Order
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Directs the Domestic Violence Coordinating Council to seek input from Community Legal Aid Society of Delaware, Delaware Volunteer Legal Services, Child Inc., and other relevant organizations
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Requires the Council to report recommendations by May 31, 2020, including proposed changes to Delaware Code, Family Court policies and procedures, and estimated costs for expanded services
Legislative Description
Requesting The Domestic Violence Coordinating Council To Examine The Expansion Of Advocacy And Legal Resources For Minors Who Are Victims Of Teen Dating And Sexual Violence And Make Recommendations.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
6/12/2019