Bill > HB59

This bill amends Delaware law to restrict law enforcement agencies from releasing or publishing the name and photograph of individuals charged with crimes. For juveniles (defined as 17 years old or younger), the existing restrictions remain largely the same: their name and photograph can only be released if they are charged with a violent felony and such release is necessary to protect public safety. The bill introduces new provisions for adults, creating similar limitations by prohibiting the release of an adult's name or photograph unless the individual is suspected of or charged with a felony and the release is deemed essential for public safety. The bill also provides definitions for key terms like "mugshot," "publish," and "release," expanding the scope of what constitutes publication to include social media pages and websites. These changes aim to protect the privacy of individuals who have been arrested or suspected of committing crimes, particularly those who have not been charged with serious offenses, while still allowing law enforcement to share information when there is a genuine public safety concern.

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https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=141891