In all criminal proceedings in the Superior Court involving a child victim or witness, the Court and the prosecution shall take appropriate action to ensure a prompt trial in order to minimize the length of time a child victim or witness must endure the stress of the victim’s or witness’ involvement in the proceedings. In ruling on any motion or other request for a delay or continuance of proceedings, the Court shall consider and give weight to any adverse impact such delay or continuance might have on the well-being of any child victim or witness.

65 Del. Laws, c. 158, § ?1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1;

Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 5133

  • Child: shall mean a person who has not yet reached their eighteenth birthday. See Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 5132
  • Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.