Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1106 – Unlawfully dealing with a child; class B misdemeanor
A person is guilty of unlawfully dealing with a child when:
(1) The person knowingly permits a child less than 18 years old to enter or remain in a place where unlawful narcotics or dangerous drugs activity is maintained or conducted; or
(2) The person knowingly permits a child less than 18 years old to enter or remain in a place where unlawful sexual activity is maintained or conducted; or
(3) The person knowingly permits a child less than 18 years old to enter or remain in a place where gambling activity which is made unlawful by this Criminal Code is maintained or conducted; or
(4) The person, being the proprietor or person in charge of any dance house, concert saloon, theater, museum or similar place of amusement, where wines or spirituous or malt liquors are sold or given away, knowingly admits or permits to remain therein any minor under the age of 18 years, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Attorney's Note
Under the Delaware Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $1,150 |
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1106
- Child: shall mean any individual less than 18 years of age. See Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1100
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
Unlawfully dealing with a child is a class B misdemeanor.
11 Del. C. 1953, § ?1106; 58 Del. Laws, c. 497, § ?1; 67 Del. Laws, c. 130, § ?8; 68 Del. Laws, c. 384, § ?1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 318, § ?1; 73 Del. Laws, c. 425, §§ ?1, 2;