Delaware Statutes

§ 5506 — Protection from exploitation and abuse

Delaware § 5506
JurisdictionDelaware
Title16
PartMental Health
Ch. 55PERSONS DIAGNOSED WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES AND OTHER SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Subch.Declaration of General and Special Rights of Persons Diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities and Other Specific Developmental Disabilities

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Del. Code tit. 16, § 5506 (2026).

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Persons diagnosed with intellectual disabilities or other specific developmental disabilities have a right to protection from exploitation, abuse and degrading treatment. If accused, the person diagnosed with an intellectual disability or other specific developmental disabilities has a right to a fair trial with full recognition being given to the person’s degree of responsibility.

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Legislative History

61 Del. Laws, c. 270, § 3 ; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1 ; 73 Del. Laws, c. 97, § 2 ; 78 Del. Laws, c. 179, §§ 219, 220

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