Del. Code tit. 29 § 804

Current through 2024 Legislative Session Act Chapter 531

Section 804 - Determining district boundaries; criteria

In determining the boundaries of the several representative and senatorial districts within the State, the General Assembly shall use the following criteria. Each district shall, insofar as is possible:

(1) Be formed of contiguous territory;

(2) Be nearly equal in population;

(3) Be bounded by major roads, streams or other natural boundaries; and

(4) Not be created so as to unduly favor any person or political party.

29 Del. C. § 804

29 Del. C. 1953, § 606; 54 Del. Laws, c. 360; 56 Del. Laws, c. 243; 63 Del. Laws, c. 183, §1; 68 Del. Laws, c. 188, §1; 73 Del. Laws, c. 243, § 1.;