Delaware § 2514 - Abatement proceedings.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 2514 — Abatement proceedings., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2514. Abatement proceedings.
The imposition of the penalties in this chapter shall not preclude the Attorney General, County Attorney or Code Enforcement Constable from instituting appropriate actions or proceedings to prevent the unlawful erection, construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, conversion, maintenance or use, or to restrain, correct or abate a violation, or to prevent the occupancy of a building, structure or premises, or to prevent an illegal act, conduct, business or use in or about any premises.
44 Del. Laws, c. 84, § 16; 16 Del. C. 1953, § 8316; 75 Del. Laws, c. 85, § 5;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 2514
What does Delaware Code § 2514 cover?
Section 2514 ("Abatement proceedings.") 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 § 2514?
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