Del. Code tit. 11 § 5132

Current through 2024 Legislative Session Act Chapter 531
Section 5132 - Definitions

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this subchapter, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

(1) "Child" shall mean a person who has not yet reached their 18th birthday.
(2) "Victim" or "witness" shall not include any child accused of committing a felony; provided, however, that the word "victim" or "witness" may, in the Court's discretion, include:
a. A child where such child's participation in a felony appears to have been induced, coerced or unwilling; or
b. A child who has participated in the felony, but who has subsequently and voluntarily agreed to testify on behalf of the State.

11 Del. C. § 5132

65 Del. Laws, c. 158, §1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1.;