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DE HB150
Bill
Status
5/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mara Gorman
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AI Summary
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Prohibits civil arrests (non-criminal law enforcement arrests) of individuals while they are going to, at, or returning from a courthouse for judicial proceedings
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Protection extends to all participants including parties, witnesses, attorneys, and observers, as well as courthouse grounds, parking areas, and immediate surroundings
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Exempts arrests made pursuant to a judicial order authorizing such arrest
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Grants judicial officers authority to prohibit activities threatening courthouse access and to protect the privilege from civil arrest
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Provides remedies for violations including habeas corpus relief, civil liability for false imprisonment, and recovery of attorney's fees and costs for prevailing parties
Legislative Description
An Act Amending Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Civil Arrests.
Last Action
Amendment HA 2 to HB 150 - Introduced and Placed With Bill
6/24/2025