Delaware Statutes
§ 162 — Violation of duties by sheriffs, constables and wardens
Delaware § 162
JurisdictionDelaware
Title20
PartMilitary
Ch. 1DELAWARE NATIONAL GUARD
Subch.Courts-Martial and Sentences
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Bluebook
Del. Code tit. 20, § 162 (2026).
Text
Whoever, being a sheriff, constable or prison warden neglects or refuses to:
(1)Execute any process, or
(2)Make proper return of all fines and penalties collected,
shall be fined $100 for each such offense for the use of this State.
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Legislative History
Code 1915, § 310K; 33 Del. Laws, c. 46, § 1 ; Code 1935, § 284; 20 Del. C. 1953, § 162; 64 Del. Laws, c. 258, § 1
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