AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 10 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO FAMILY COURT'S CRIMINAL JURISDICTION.

Summary

The bill revises the legal definition of “family” to remove the residency requirement and adds a detailed list of relationships. It also changes which courts can hear certain non‑felony family‑related crimes, giving both Family Court and the Court of Common Pleas concurrent authority in specific cases, especially when a child’s parentage is disputed. These changes aim to clarify jurisdiction and ensure appropriate handling of family‑related offenses.

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