Delaware § 7708 - Sanctions.
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§ 7708. Sanctions.
(a) Any person who violates a lethal violence protective order may be guilty of criminal contempt under § 1271A of Title 11.
(b) Any person who swears falsely, as defined by § 1224 of Title 11, in an affidavit or verified pleading under § 7702, § 7703, or § 7704 of this title, a written request to terminate or renew a lethal violence protective order under § 7705 of this title, or in any court hearing under § 7703, § 7704, or § 7705 may be guilty of perjury under § 1221, § 1222 or § 1223 of Title 11.
81 Del. Laws, c. 274, § 1; 84 Del. Laws, c. 514, § 13;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 7708
What does Delaware Code § 7708 cover?
Section 7708 ("Sanctions.") 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 § 7708?
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