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SB 221

AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 11 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO MODIFICATION OF SENTENCES OF INCARCERATION.

153rd General Assembly (2025-2026) Introduced by Trey Paradee and 1 co-sponsor

Delaware bill to modify incarceration sentence authority was introduced but struck from Senate consideration before advancing.

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Bill Summary · SB 221

Legislative bill overview

SB 221 proposes amendments to Delaware's criminal code (Title 11) to modify how sentences of incarceration are imposed or adjusted. The bill was introduced in January 2026 but was stricken (removed) from the Senate agenda on January 20, 2026, meaning it did not advance to further consideration.

Why is this important

Sentence modification provisions affect both individual defendants seeking relief and broader criminal justice policy. Changes to sentencing authority can impact prison populations, rehabilitation opportunities, and judicial discretion, with implications for public safety, correctional budgets, and fairness in the criminal justice system.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of judicial authority: Whether judges should have expanded power to modify sentences after conviction, potentially revisiting decisions made at sentencing
  • Public safety concerns: Debate over whether modifications could lead to earlier release of individuals convicted of serious crimes
  • Retroactivity questions: Whether changes apply only to future sentences or can be applied to existing sentences already imposed

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

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