Delaware HB150 prohibits civil arrests in courthouses and at the Delaware Industrial Accident Board, except when authorized by a judicial order or.

Delaware HB150 amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to prohibit civil arrests in courthouses and at the Delaware Industrial Accident Board, except when authorized by a judicial order or with prior written notice. The law aims to protect public access to courts and administrative proceedings, ensuring the fair and nondiscriminatory administration of justice. A person who knowingly violates this prohibition may be liable for damages in a civil action for false imprisonment. Courts may award attorney’s fees and costs to prevailing parties in actions brought under this section.

Delaware HB150 prohibits civil arrests in courthouses and at the Delaware Industrial Accident Board, except when authorized by a judicial order or.

Delaware HB150 amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to prohibit civil arrests in courthouses and at the Delaware Industrial Accident Board, except when authorized by a judicial order or with prior written notice. The law aims to protect public access to courts and administrative proceedings, ensuring the fair and nondiscriminatory administration of justice. A person who knowingly violates this prohibition may be liable for damages in a civil action for false imprisonment. Courts may award attorney’s fees and costs to prevailing parties in actions brought under this section.