Delaware § 5610 - Badges.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 5610 — Badges., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5610. Badges.
A person who holds the office of constable shall have and display on proper demand a badge, approved by the Board, with the word “constable” engraved thereon. A constable may have and display such badge only while on duty and while in the performance of the lawful duties of employment. The name of the person, firm, corporation, civic association, or governmental entity employing the constable shall be plainly inscribed on such badge. Only state agencies may use the State Seal on any constable uniform, equipment, or badge.
22 Del. Laws, c. 78, §§ 1, 2; Code 1915, § 1417; Code 1935, § 1583; 10 Del. C. 1953, § 2727; 65 Del. Laws, c. 433, § 1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1; 83 Del. Laws, c. 454, § 2;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 5610
What does Delaware Code § 5610 cover?
Section 5610 ("Badges.") 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.
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