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DE HB380
Bill
Status
4/17/2024
Primary Sponsor
Cyndie Romer
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AI Summary
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Adds a definition of "mental condition" to Delaware's red flag law (§ 1448C) referencing Title 16 § 5001.
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Extends the timeframe for the Department of Justice to petition Superior Court for a permanent firearm relinquishment order from 30 days to 60 days after a Justice of the Peace Court order.
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Allows the Superior Court to grant the Department of Justice up to 30 days additional time to file a petition for good cause (changed from 15 days under current law).
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Extends the required hearing timeframe from 15 days to 30 days after the Department of Justice files a petition, unless the Court extends for good cause shown.
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Clarifies that an ex parte emergency order from Justice of the Peace Court remains in effect during all extended timeframes.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Civil Procedures To Relinquish Firearms Or Ammunition.
Last Action
Not Worked in Committee
6/18/2024