Delaware SJR13 establishes a pilot court date reminder program in Justice of the Peace Court.

Delaware SJR13 directs the Delaware Judiciary to establish a pilot court date reminder program in Justice of the Peace Court. This program will send text reminders to individuals with required court appearances for criminal and traffic cases. The reminders will be sent at least 7 days before and one day before the hearing, using simple language. The pilot program will automatically enroll eligible individuals, allowing them to opt-out. The Judiciary is also tasked with studying and reporting on the feasibility of expanding this program statewide by June 1, 2027.

Delaware SJR13 establishes a pilot court date reminder program in Justice of the Peace Court.

Delaware SJR13 directs the Delaware Judiciary to establish a pilot court date reminder program in Justice of the Peace Court. This program will send text reminders to individuals with required court appearances for criminal and traffic cases. The reminders will be sent at least 7 days before and one day before the hearing, using simple language. The pilot program will automatically enroll eligible individuals, allowing them to opt-out. The Judiciary is also tasked with studying and reporting on the feasibility of expanding this program statewide by June 1, 2027.