Bill > HB59

This bill amends Title 11 of the Delaware Code to change the rules regarding when law enforcement agencies can release or publish the names and photographs of individuals charged with crimes or delinquency. Previously, the law focused on juveniles, meaning individuals 17 years old or younger, and restricted the release of their names or photographs unless they were charged with a violent felony and it was necessary for public safety. This bill expands these restrictions to include adults charged with a crime, stating that their names or photographs can only be released or published if they are charged with a felony and doing so is necessary to protect the public's safety. The bill also clarifies definitions for terms like "juvenile," "law-enforcement agency," "mugshot," and "publish," which includes dissemination on social media or websites.