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DE HB150

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mara Gorman

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Origin

House of Representatives

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits civil arrests (non-criminal law enforcement arrests) of individuals while they are going to, at, or returning from a courthouse for judicial proceedings

  • Protection extends to all participants including parties, witnesses, attorneys, and observers, as well as courthouse grounds, parking areas, and immediate surroundings

  • Exempts arrests made pursuant to a judicial order authorizing such arrest

  • Grants judicial officers authority to prohibit activities threatening courthouse access and to protect the privilege from civil arrest

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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