Delaware Statutes
§ 1905 — Validity of arrest on improper grounds
Delaware·Title 11·Part Criminal Procedure Generally·Ch. 19 ARREST AND COMMITMENT; FRESH PURSUIT·Subch. Arrest and Commitment
If a lawful cause of arrest exists, the arrest is lawful even though the officer charges the wrong offense or gives a reason that does not justify the arrest.
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Legislative History
Code 1935, §§ 5343-G; 48 Del. Laws, c. 304 ; 11 Del. C. 1953, § 1907