Del. Code tit. 11 § 1901

Current through 2024 Legislative Session Act Chapter 254

Section 1901 - Definitions

As used in this subchapter:

(1) "Arrest" is the taking of a person into custody in order that the person may be forthcoming to answer for the commission of a crime.

(2) "Peace officer" is any public officer authorized by law to make arrests in a criminal case. Sheriffs and sheriff deputies are not authorized by law to make arrests in criminal cases.

11 Del. C. § 1901

Code 1935, § 5343-A; 48 Del. Laws, c. 304; 11 Del. C. 1953, § 1901; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § 1; 78 Del. Laws, c. 266, § 2.;