Delaware § 7705 - Exceptions.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 7705 — Exceptions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7705. Exceptions.
This chapter shall not apply to livestock in the care of a drover using due diligence in the control thereof, or to livestock which accidentally escapes from the care of the drover. Proof of these circumstances shall always be admitted so that no injustice to the owners be inflicted in consequence thereof.
19 Del. Laws, c. 657, § 5; Code 1915, § 3636; Code 1935, § 4186; 3 Del. C. 1953, § 7705; 67 Del. Laws, c. 195, § 1; 81 Del. Laws, c. 37, § 6;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 7705
What does Delaware Code § 7705 cover?
Section 7705 ("Exceptions.") 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.
How do I cite Delaware § 7705?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 7705" (Delaware). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Delaware law?
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How does Delaware § 7705 apply to my situation?
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