Delaware HB421 amends Title 10 to exclude certain evidence in sexual violence protective order petitions.

Delaware HB421 amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to modify the criteria for granting sexual violence protective orders. Specifically, it prohibits the Superior Court from considering evidence of voluntary intoxication of either party or limited consensual sexual touching when deciding on a petition. Additionally, it prevents denial of a petition based on the petitioner's failure to report the incident to law enforcement.

Delaware HB421 amends Title 10 to exclude certain evidence in sexual violence protective order petitions.

Delaware HB421 amends Title 10 of the Delaware Code to modify the criteria for granting sexual violence protective orders. Specifically, it prohibits the Superior Court from considering evidence of voluntary intoxication of either party or limited consensual sexual touching when deciding on a petition. Additionally, it prevents denial of a petition based on the petitioner's failure to report the incident to law enforcement.