Delaware § 404 - Employees of the Division.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 404 — Employees of the Division., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 404. Employees of the Division.
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security shall appoint, employ or dismiss every officer or employee necessary for carrying out the work of the Division, establish salaries, subject to the Annual Appropriation in the Budget Act, and assign them their official titles and duties, and engage the services of experts and persons engaged in the practice of a profession at the discretion of the Secretary of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security. At the discretion of the Secretary of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security, officers and employees appointed by the Department of Safety and Homeland Security shall have the police powers of constables and other police officers of the State, counties and other subdivisions of the State, and they shall be conservators of the peace throughout the State, and they shall be eligible for certification by the Police Officer Standards and Training Commission, and may suppress all acts of violence and enforce the provisions of this title.
72 Del. Laws, c. 486, § 8; 74 Del. Laws, c. 110, § 138; 84 Del. Laws, c. 149, § 16;Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 404
What does Delaware Code § 404 cover?
Section 404 ("Employees of the Division.") 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 § 404?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 404" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Delaware official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Delaware attorney.
How does Delaware § 404 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Delaware can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Delaware.