Delaware Statutes

§ 6823 — Immunity of a nonprofit organization from liability

Delaware § 6823
JurisdictionDelaware
Title16
PartSafety
Ch. 68EXEMPTIONS FROM CIVIL LIABILITY
Subch.Immunity for Donated Food

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Del. Code tit. 16, § 6823 (2026).

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A nonprofit organization that, in good faith, accepts donated food for ultimate distribution without charge is not liable for civil damages or criminal penalties resulting from the nature, age, condition, or packaging of the donated food, unless an injury or death is caused by the gross negligence, recklessness, or intentional misconduct of the nonprofit organization.

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Legislative History

83 Del. Laws, c. 196, § 3

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