Del. Code tit. 11 § 6601

Current through 2024 Legislative Session Act Chapter 476

Section 6601 - Findings and purposes

The General Assembly hereby finds that the physical restraint of persons in custody during pregnancy, labor, and recovery presents serious risks to the health and well-being of mother and baby. In most circumstances, the use of restraints is unnecessary and dangerous.

11 Del. C. § 6601

Amended by Laws 2021, ch. 365,s 1, eff. 7/25/2022.

78 Del. Laws, c. 330, § 1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1.;