Delaware § 5303 - Civil remedy for interference with voting.
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§ 5303. Civil remedy for interference with voting.
(a) Whoever, being a duly qualified elector of this State according to the Constitution and laws thereof, is prevented from voting, or obstructed in that elector’s own effort to vote at any election, by reason of any interference by any person or persons, or military power, or other power, exercising or attempting to exercise force, intimidation or threats, or requiring any qualifications or conditions unknown to such Constitution and laws, shall be deemed and taken to have suffered private damage and injury, and shall have civil remedy therefor, in the courts of this State, by civil action against every person who promoted such interference, whether by active participation, or by advising, counseling, or in anywise encouraging the same.
(b) In any trial under this section or § 5304 of this title, the court or jury, if, in their opinion the circumstances will warrant it, may give exemplary damages.
12 Del. Laws, c. 487, § 1; Code 1915, § 1828; Code 1935, § 1917; 15 Del. C. 1953, § 5304; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 5303
What does Delaware Code § 5303 cover?
Section 5303 ("Civil remedy for interference with voting.") 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 § 5303?
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Is this the official text of Delaware law?
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How does Delaware § 5303 apply to my situation?
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