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HB 150

AN ACT AMENDING TITLE 10 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO CIVIL ARRESTS.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Mara Gorman and 11 co-sponsors

HB 150 modifies Delaware civil arrest procedures; pending amendments suggest unresolved disputes over enforcement scope and debtor protections.

Passed By Senate. Votes: 18 YES 1 NO 2 NOT VOTING
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Bill Summary · HB 150

Legislative bill overview

HB 150 amends Delaware's civil arrest statutes under Title 10 of the Delaware Code. The bill has progressed through the House Judiciary Committee with favorable recommendation and currently contains two pending amendments (HA 1 and HA 2) that suggest substantive modifications are being negotiated.

Why is this important

Civil arrest procedures directly affect citizens' rights and law enforcement authority in non-criminal matters. Changes to these statutes can impact debt collection, landlord-tenant disputes, and other civil enforcement mechanisms that affect thousands of Delawareans annually.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of amendments unclear: The introduction of two amendments during the legislative process suggests disagreement exists on specific provisions; without amendment details, the areas of compromise or conflict remain opaque.
  • Civil liberty implications: Changes to arrest authority in civil matters raise questions about debtor's rights, proportionality of enforcement, and potential vulnerability of lower-income populations.
  • Procedural balance: The bill may shift power between creditors/plaintiffs and defendants, affecting access to justice and due process protections.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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