Delaware § 7131 - Liability for damage to closed properties.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 7131 — Liability for damage to closed properties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7131. Liability for damage to closed properties.
(a) A court-ordered closing of a premises or portion thereof pursuant to this chapter shall not constitute an act of possession, ownership or control by the Court, the plaintiff or any government official or entity responsible for enforcing the court order.
(b) Any person or entity bringing, maintaining or enforcing any civil action or order issued in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall have immunity from any civil liability that might otherwise be incurred for any theft of, or loss, damage or injury to any premises constituting the criminal nuisance, or to any fixture, furniture, personal or movable property located in or on any such premises.
72 Del. Laws, c. 484, § 1; 78 Del. Laws, c. 161, § 41;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 7131
What does Delaware Code § 7131 cover?
Section 7131 ("Liability for damage to closed properties.") 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 § 7131?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 7131" (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 § 7131 apply to my situation?
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