Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 9402 – Compliance with chapter
(a) This chapter shall apply to the victims of the crimes defined in § 9401(2) of this title, and to witnesses to such crimes, as specified in § 9403 of this title, and to qualifying neighborhood or homeowners associations where illegal drug activity occurs as defined in § 9419 of this title. Consistent with the duty to represent the interests of the public as a whole, the Attorney General shall enforce compliance with this chapter on behalf of victims, witnesses and members of their families.
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 9402
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Victim: includes a parent, guardian or custodian of a victim who is unable to meaningfully understand or participate in the legal process due to physical, psychological or mental impairment. See Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 9401
(b) Failure to comply with this chapter does not create a claim for damages against a government employee, official or entity.
(c) Failure to provide a right, privilege or notice to a victim under this chapter shall not be grounds for the defendant to seek to have a conviction or sentence set aside.
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