SB85

An Act To Amend Title 11 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Vulnerable Adults.

Introduced·4/3/25
Draft Text

Delaware SB85 amends Title 11 to classify endangering the welfare of a vulnerable adult as a class A misdemeanor.

Delaware SB85 amends Chapter 5, Title 11 of the Delaware Code to redefine endangering the welfare of a vulnerable adult as a class A misdemeanor. The bill specifies that a person is guilty of this offense if they intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly act in a manner injurious to the physical, mental, or moral welfare of a vulnerable adult, or fail to report a missing vulnerable adult, resulting in neglect or abuse.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Apr 3, 2025

Senate

Introduced and Assigned to Judiciary Committee in Senate