Delaware § 3905 - Action for detention of goods and chattels.
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§ 3905. Action for detention of goods and chattels.
When any goods or chattels are unlawfully detained from the owner or the person entitled to the possession thereof, such owner or person may have remedy to recover the same by a civil action.
Code 1852, § 2325; Code 1915, § 4185; Code 1935, § 4664; 10 Del. C. 1953, § 3905;Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 3905
What does Delaware Code § 3905 cover?
Section 3905 ("Action for detention of goods and chattels.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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