Delaware § 1303 - Crossing agricultural lands.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 1303 — Crossing agricultural lands., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1303. Crossing agricultural lands.
Any gas, oil or water company which lays pipes, tubes or conduits on any lands cleared and used for agricultural purposes shall bury the same at least 24 inches below the surface if so required by the owner of the land.
21 Del. Laws, c. 273, § 104; 22 Del. Laws, c. 166, § 18; Code 1915, § 2047; Code 1935, § 2191; 26 Del. C. 1953, § 1303;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 1303
What does Delaware Code § 1303 cover?
Section 1303 ("Crossing agricultural lands.") 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 § 1303?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 1303" (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 § 1303 apply to my situation?
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