Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1305 – Desecration; class A misdemeanor
(a) A person is guilty of desecration if the person attempts or does intentionally deface, damage, pollute or otherwise physically mistreat any of the following:
(1) A burial place.
(2) A public monument or structure.
(3) A place of worship or place primarily used for religious purposes.
(4) A school, educational institution, or community center.
Attorney's Note
Under the Delaware Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 1 year | up to $2,300 |
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1305
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
- Restitution: The court-ordered payment of money by the defendant to the victim for damages caused by the criminal action.
(b) (1) Any person who commits desecration of a burial place is guilty of a class A misdemeanor and upon conviction the court may impose a fine of up to $2,300.
(2) Any person who commits desecration under paragraph (a)(2) through (a)(4) of this section is guilty of a class A misdemeanor.
(3) The penalty for a violation of this section may include restitution and 250 hours of community service.
(c) The Superior Court has exclusive jurisdiction over a violation of this section.
11 Del. C. 1953, § ?1331; 58 Del. Laws, c. 497, § ?1; 65 Del. Laws, c. 463, §§ ?1, 2; 67 Del. Laws, c. 130, § ?8; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1; 83 Del. Laws, c. 477, § 2;