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DE HB59

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Sean Lynn

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Origin

House of Representatives

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends existing restrictions on law enforcement publishing names and photographs of juvenile crime suspects to also cover adult suspects
  • Prohibits law enforcement from releasing or publishing an adult suspect's name or photograph unless the individual is suspected of or charged with a felony
  • Requires that any release of an adult suspect's name or photograph be necessary to protect public safety
  • Maintains current protections for juveniles, which require both a violent felony charge and public safety necessity before names or photos can be released
  • Applies to all images of suspects, including mugshots, and covers publication on social media pages and websites maintained by law enforcement agencies

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Release And Publication Of The Name And Photograph Of Individuals Charged With Crimes Or Delinquency.

Last Action

Reported Out of Committee (Judiciary) in House with 7 On Its Merits

6/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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