Moving to Delaware: plates, insurance, deadlines

The duties below bind a person arriving in Delaware. Each carries its source and a visible verification date; expand any citation for the exact quoted text. Where clocks run from different events, every clock appears with its own trigger. Verified Oct 2026. Every quoted source on this page was found on a saved copy of its page dated Sep 20, 2026 or later.

Apply each item only to its stated person, activity and conditions. Residence, domicile, importing property, applying for a credential, operating a vehicle and conducting business are separate events. Moving does not automatically sell a vehicle, cancel insurance, transfer a professional licence or close a case. Driver and commercial-driver transfer, title, registration, plates, insurance and inspections have separate requirements. Apply the full military, nonresident, vehicle-class and waiver conditions; an inspection waiver requires actual approval. Nondriver identification and voting are optional actions. The ordinary 2026 voter-registration window is the Elections Department's published window; the code's same-day language is not treated as an operative entitlement after the captured Delaware Supreme Court decision. Tax filing depends on the actual residence, income and filing-year rules. Statutory filing populations and annual form instructions are separate sources. Ask the local assessor, recorder or municipal finance office about retained property, senior relief, a property-transfer transaction and any local wage tax. Professional practice requires the responsible board's actual licence or compact authority. Membership alone does not grant a privilege. The guide separates ordinary licensure from duties of an actual qualifying compact holder who changes home state, domicile or address. Check the board and commission before practice, reissuance or a privilege application; state implementation and individual approval matter. Business registration applies to the actual foreign entity and business activities, with statutory exclusions; moving a member or manager does not by itself establish every business-registration trigger. Firearm possession, transport, shipping, purchase and credential application are separate activities. The captured signed September 10, 2026 federal court order enjoins named possession and manufacturing provisions and separately declares the unfinished-frame transport/shipping provision enforceable. The amended code's retention qualifications are not converted into a six-month newcomer deadline or a general permission to possess a firearm. That order does not expressly decide the amended retention subsections or establish all later case events. Before moving an unfinished frame or an untraceable firearm, obtain guidance for the actual item and current case from the responsible authority; retain the transport, serialization-transfer, licence and federal conditions. Separate items cover firearms with knowingly altered serial numbers, covert or undetectable firearms, assault weapons and large-capacity magazines, with their full statutory definitions, exceptions and conditions. Confirm whether earlier out-of-state acquisition meets the assault-weapon grandfathering conditions before relying on that exception; the guide quotes those conditions and does not decide an individual claim. Other Delaware and federal firearm restrictions require their own authority. School admission, compulsory attendance, transfer records, immunization, physical examinations, religious or medical exemptions, outbreak exclusion and required schoolwork have different actors and conditions. Use the actual school and Division of Public Health for the child's admission, age-specific clinical requirements and any exemption or exclusion. Homeless and foster-child protections remain qualified. Custody, support, protection, supervision and placement orders require the actual court or responsible officer, using safe-address procedures. Registry duties depend on the actual covered offence, residence, work, student or first-return status and any court-granted relief; agency notices are separate from personal registration. Animal movement depends on species, age, identification, origin, destination, purpose, disease status and the actual permit or certificate. Household pets, exotic animals, wild or invasive animals, livestock, poultry, semen and embryos have distinct rules. Published bans, advance permits, health certificates and test conditions do not themselves clear a shipment. Contact the State Veterinarian before movement for the actual classification, changing disease zone, approval and current protocol. A relocation provision does not establish a universal permission to bring an invasive animal into Delaware. Plant movement likewise requires the actual species, place and activity: nursery stock, Ribes, quarantine articles and spotted-lanternfly controls have different permit, inspection and certificate conditions. The invasive-plant guidance distinguishes the current list, conditional cultivar exemptions and the stated later enforcement dates. Ask Plant Industries before transporting a permit-required or unidentified article. Vessel and off-highway-vehicle registration, display, proof, operation and Department boat-access use are separate events. Benefits, unemployment, health coverage, retirement, public-authority accounts, utilities, tolls, municipal programmes, contracts and optional elections require the actual programme, account and provider. Contact the administering office about eligibility, contact changes and a pending claim; household relocation does not automatically prove termination. Each absence is limited to its named instrument. Dates labelled evidence boundaries are dates of captured evidence, not asserted legal commencement, individual clearance or an assurance that future law stays unchanged.

Altered serial firearm transport

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Knowingly transports, ships, possesses or receives a firearm or firearm frame or receiver

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall knowingly transport, ship, possess or receive any firearm or firearm frame or receiver with the knowledge that the importer’s or manufacturer’s serial number has been removed, obliterated or altered in a manner that has disguised or concealed the identity or origin of the firearm.

This section shall not apply to a firearm manufactured prior to 1973.

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §1459(b), pre-1973 firearm exception, native PDF p175/printed p173

(b) This section shall not apply to a firearm manufactured prior to 1973.

Statute 11 Del. C. §1459(a), native PDF p175/printed p173 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(a) No person shall knowingly transport, ship, possess or receive any firearm or firearm frame or receiver with the knowledge that the importer’s or manufacturer’s serial number has been removed, obliterated or altered in a manner that has disguised or concealed the identity or origin of the firearm.

ASLP compact home change

binds: Audiologist or speech-language pathologist · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 member states

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Except as provided in § 3707A of this title, if an audiologist or speech-language pathologist changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 member states, the audiologist or speech-language pathologist must apply for licensure in the new home state, and the license issued by the prior home state shall be deactivated in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission.

To exercise the compact privilege under the terms and provisions of the Compact, the audiologist or speech-language pathologist shall: (1) Hold an active license in the home state. (2) Have no encumbrance on any state license. (3) Be eligible for a compact privilege in any member state in accordance with § 3704A of this title. (4) Have not had any adverse action against any license or compact privilege within the previous 2 years from date of application. (5) Notify the Commission that the licensee is seeking the compact privilege within a remote state(s). (6) Pay any applicable fees, including any state fee, for the compact privilege. (7) Report to the Commission adverse action taken by any non-member state within 30 days from the date the adverse action is taken. (d) The audiologist or speech-language pathologist may apply for licensure in advance of a change in primary state of residence. (e) A license shall not be issued by the new home state until the audiologist or speech-language pathologist provides satisfactory evidence of a change in primary state of residence to the new home state and satisfies all applicable requirements to obtain a license from the new home state. Active duty military personnel or their spouses. Active duty military personnel, or their spouse, shall designate a home state where the individual has a current license in good standing. The individual may retain the home state designation during the period the service member is on active duty. Subsequent to designating a home state, the individual shall only change their home state through application for licensure in the new state. Registration is open for licensed practitioners in Louisiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and West Virginia

Exceptions on record

24 Del. C. §3707A, military retained-home-state qualification

Active duty military personnel or their spouses. ---Active duty military personnel, or their spouse, shall designate a home state where the individual has a current license in good standing. The individual may retain the home state designation during the period the service member is on active duty. Subsequent to designating a home state, the individual shall only change their home state through application for licensure in the new state.

Statute 24 Del. C. §3705A, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

Except as provided in § 3707A of this title, if an audiologist or speech-language pathologist changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 member states, the audiologist or speech-language pathologist must apply for licensure in the new home state, and the license issued by the prior home state shall be deactivated in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission.
Statute 24 Del. C. §3705A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

To exercise the compact privilege under the terms and provisions of the Compact, the audiologist or speech-language pathologist shall: ---(1) Hold an active license in the home state. ---(2) Have no encumbrance on any state license. ---(3) Be eligible for a compact privilege in any member state in accordance with § 3704A of this title. ---(4) Have not had any adverse action against any license or compact privilege within the
Statute 24 Del. C. §3705A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

previous 2 years from date of application. ---(5) Notify the Commission that the licensee is seeking the compact privilege within a remote state(s). ---(6) Pay any applicable fees, including any state fee, for the compact privilege. ---(7) Report to the Commission adverse action taken by any non-member state within 30 days from the date the adverse action is taken.
Statute 24 Del. C. §3705A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

---(d) The audiologist or speech-language pathologist may apply for licensure in advance of a change in primary state of residence. ---(e) A license shall not be issued by the new home state until the audiologist or speech-language pathologist provides satisfactory
Statute 24 Del. C. §3705A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

evidence of a change in primary state of residence to the new home state and satisfies all applicable requirements to obtain a license from the new home state.
Agency guidance ASLP Compact Commission, current issuing-state registration update verified Oct 2026

https://aslpcompact.com/

Registration is open for licensed practitioners in Louisiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and West Virginia

Assault weapon transport possession

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Transport an assault weapon into this State; manufacture, sell, offer to sell, transfer, purchase, receive, or possess an assault weapon

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(a) Prohibitions. — Except as provided in subsection (b) or (c) of this section, it is unlawful for a person to do any of the following: (1) Transport an assault weapon into this State. (2) Manufacture, sell, offer to sell, transfer, purchase, receive, or possess an assault weapon.

For purposes of this section and § 1466 and § 1467 of this title: (1) “Ammunition feeding device” means any magazine, belt, drum, feed strip, or similar device that holds ammunition for a firearm. (2) “Assault long gun” means any of the following or a copy, regardless of the producer or manufacturer: a. American Arms Spectre da Semiautomatic carbine. b. Avtomat Kalashnikov semiautomatic rifle in any format, including the AK-47 in all forms. c. Algimec AGM-1 type semi-auto. d. AR 100 type semi-auto. e. AR 180 type semi-auto. f. Argentine L.S.R. semi-auto. g. Australian Automatic Arms SAR type semi-auto. h. Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1 and 1927 semi-automatics. i. Barrett light .50 cal. semi-auto. j. Beretta AR70 type semi-auto. k. Bushmaster semi-auto rifle. l. Calico models M-100 and M-900. m. CIS SR 88 type semi-auto. n. Claridge HI TEC C-9 carbines. o. Colt AR-15, CAR-15, and all imitations except Colt AR-15 Sporter H-BAR rifle. p. Daewoo MAX 1 and MAX 2, aka AR 100, 110C, K-1, and K-2. q. Dragunov Chinese made semi-auto. r. Famas semi-auto (.223 caliber). s. Feather AT-9 semi-auto. t. FN LAR and FN FAL assault rifle. u. FNC semi-auto type carbine. v. F.I.E./Franchi LAW 12 and SPAS 12 assault shotgun. w. Steyr-AUG-SA semi-auto. x. Galil models AR and ARM semi-auto. y. Heckler and Koch HK-91 A3, HK-93 A2, HK-94 A2 and A3. z. Holmes model 88 shotgun. aa. Manchester Arms “Commando” MK-45, MK-9. bb. Mandell TAC-1 semi-auto carbine. cc. Mossberg model 500 Bullpup assault shotgun. dd. Sterling Mark 6. ee. P.A.W.S. carbine. ff. Ruger mini-14 folding stock model (.223 caliber). gg. SIG 550/551 assault rifle (.223 caliber). hh. SKS with detachable magazine. ii. AP-74 Commando type semi-auto. jj. Springfield Armory BM-59, SAR-48, G3, SAR-3, M-21 sniper rifle, and M1A, excluding the M1 Garand. kk. Street sweeper assault type shotgun. ll. Striker 12 assault shotgun in all formats. mm. Unique F11 semi-auto type. nn. Daewoo USAS 12 semi-auto shotgun. oo. UZI 9mm carbine or rifle. pp. Valmet M-76 and M-78 semi-auto. qq. Weaver Arms “Nighthawk” semi-auto carbine. rr. Wilkinson Arms 9mm semi-auto “Terry”. (3) “Assault pistol” means any of the following or a copy, regardless of the producer or manufacturer: a. AA Arms AP-9 pistol. b. Beretta 93R pistol. c. Bushmaster pistol. d. Claridge HI-TEC pistol. e. D Max Industries pistol. f. EKO Cobra pistol. g. Encom MK-IV, MP-9, or MP-45 pistol. h. Heckler and Koch MP5K, MP7, SP-89, or VP70 pistol. i. Holmes MP-83 pistol. j. Ingram MAC 10/11 pistol and variations, including the Partisan Avenger and the SWD Cobray. k. Intratec TEC-9/DC-9 pistol in any centerfire variation. l. P.A.W.S. type pistol. m. Skorpion pistol. n. Spectre double action pistol (Sile, F.I.E., Mitchell). o. Stechkin automatic pistol. p. Steyer tactical pistol. q. UZI pistol. r. Weaver Arms Nighthawk pistol. s. Wilkinson “Linda” pistol. (4) “Assault weapon” means any of the following: a. An assault long gun. b. An assault pistol. c. A copycat weapon. (5) “Completed a purchase” means that the purchaser completed an application, passed a background check, and has a receipt or purchase order for the assault weapon, without regard to whether the purchaser has actual physical possession of the assault weapon. If receipt of the assault weapon will not occur until July 1, 2023, it is not a completed purchase. (6) “Copycat weapon” means any of the following: a. A semiautomatic, centerfire rifle that can accept a detachable magazine and has at least 1 of the following: 1. A folding or telescoping stock. 2. Any grip of the weapon, including a pistol grip, a thumbhole stock, or any other stock, the use of which would allow an individual to grip the weapon, resulting in any finger on the trigger hand in addition to the trigger finger being directly below any portion of the action of the weapon when firing. 3. A forward pistol grip. 4. A flash suppressor. 5. A grenade launcher or flare launcher. b. A semiautomatic, centerfire rifle that has an overall length of less than 30 inches. c. A semiautomatic pistol that can accept a detachable magazine and has at least 1 of the following: 1. Except as otherwise provided under paragraph (6)c.1.A. of this section, an ability to accept a detachable ammunition magazine that attaches at some location outside of the pistol grip. A. Subject to paragraph (6)c.1.B. of this section, the characteristic detailed under this paragraph (6)c.1. does not apply when the characteristic is utilized in conjunction with a rimfire pistol that is used solely for the purposes of competitive shooting events or practice shooting in preparation for competitive shooting events. B. Paragraph (6)c.1.A of this section applies only to competitive shooting events operated by state or nationally recognized competitive shooting organizations. 2. A threaded barrel capable of accepting a flash suppressor, forward pistol grip or silencer. 3. A shroud that is attached to, or partially or completely encircles, the barrel and that permits the shooter to fire the firearm without being burned, except a slide that encloses the barrel. 4. A second hand grip. d. A semiautomatic shotgun that has both of the following: 1. A folding or telescoping stock. 2. Any grip of the weapon, including a pistol grip, a thumbhole stock, or any other stock, the use of which would allow an individual to grip the weapon, resulting in any finger on the trigger hand in addition to the trigger finger being directly below any portion of the action of the weapon when firing. e. A semiautomatic shotgun that has the ability to accept a detachable magazine. f. A shotgun with a revolving cylinder. g. A semiautomatic pistol with a fixed magazine that can accept more than 17 rounds. h. A semiautomatic, centerfire rifle that has a fixed magazine that can accept more than 17 rounds. (7) “Detachable magazine” means an ammunition feeding device that can be removed readily from a firearm without requiring disassembly of the firearm action or without the use of a tool, including a bullet or cartridge. (8) “Family” means as defined in § 901 of Title 10. (9) “Flash suppressor” means a device that functions, or is intended to function, to perceptibly reduce or redirect muzzle flash from the shooter’s field of vision. (10) “Grenade launcher” means a device designed to fire, launch, or propel a grenade. (11) “Qualified retired law-enforcement officer” means as defined in § 1441B(c) of this title. (12) “Secure storage” means a firearm that is stored in a locked container or equipped with a tamper-resistant mechanical lock or other safety device that is properly engaged so as to render the firearm inoperable by a person other than the owner or other lawfully- authorized user. (13) “Shooting range” means any land or structure used and operated in accordance with all applicable laws and ordinances for the shooting of targets for training, education, practice, recreation, or competition. (b) Applicability. — This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) The following individuals, if acting within the scope of official business: a. Personnel of the United States government or a unit of that government. b. Members of the armed forces of the United States or of the National Guard. c. A law-enforcement officer. (2) An assault weapon modified to render it permanently inoperative. (3) Possession, importation, manufacture, receipt for manufacture, shipment for manufacture, storage, purchases, sales, and transport to or by a licensed firearms dealer or manufacturer who does any of the following: a. Provides or services an assault weapon for a law-enforcement agency of this State or for personnel exempted under paragraph (b)(1) of this section. b. Acts to sell or transfer an assault weapon to a licensed firearm dealer in another state or to an individual purchaser in another state through a licensed firearms dealer. c. Acts to return to a customer in another state an assault weapon transferred to the licensed firearms dealer or manufacturer under the terms of a warranty or for repair. (4) Organizations that are required or authorized by federal law governing their specific business or activity to maintain assault weapons. (5) The receipt of an assault weapon by inheritance, and possession of the inherited assault weapon, if the decedent lawfully possessed the assault weapon and the person inheriting the assault weapon is not otherwise a person prohibited under § 1448 of this title. (6) The receipt of an assault weapon by a personal representative of an estate for purposes of exercising the powers and duties of a personal representative of an estate, including transferring the assault weapon according to will or probate proceedings. (7) Possession by a qualified retired law-enforcement officer who is not otherwise prohibited from receiving an assault weapon if either of the following applies: a. The assault weapon is sold or transferred to the qualified retired law-enforcement officer by the law-enforcement agency on retirement. b. The assault weapon was purchased or obtained by the qualified retired law-enforcement officer for official use with the law- enforcement agency before retirement. (8) Possession or transport by an “armored car guard,” as defined in § 1302 of Title 24, if the armored car agency is acting within the scope of employment with an “armored car agency,” as defined under § 1302 of Title 24, and is licensed under Chapter 13 of Title 24. (9) Possession, receipt, and testing by, or shipping to or from any of the following: a. An ISO 17025 accredited, National Institute of Justice-approved ballistics testing laboratory. b. A facility or entity that manufactures or provides research and development testing, analysis, or engineering for personal protective equipment or vehicle protection systems. (c) Exceptions. — (1) A licensed firearms dealer may continue to do all of the following with an assault weapon that the licensed firearms dealer lawfully possessed on or before June 30, 2022: a. Possess the assault weapon. b. Sell the assault weapon or offer the assault weapon for sale. But, the licensed firearms dealer may only sell the assault weapon or offer the assault weapon for sale as permitted under paragraph (b)(3)b. of this section. c. Transfer the assault weapon. But, the licensed firearms dealer may only transfer the assault weapon as permitted by paragraph (b)(3)b. or (b)(3)c. of this section. (2) a. A licensed firearms dealer may take possession of an assault weapon from a person who lawfully possessed the assault weapon before June 30, 2022, for the purposes of servicing or repairing the assault weapon. b. A licensed firearms dealer may transfer possession of an assault weapon received under paragraph (c)(2)a. of this section for purposes of accomplishing service or repair of the assault weapon. (3) A person who lawfully possessed, or completed a purchase of an assault weapon prior to June 30, 2022, may possess and transport the assault weapon on or after June 30, 2022, only under the following circumstances: a. At that person’s residence, place of business, or other property owned by that person, or on property owned by another person with the owner’s express permission. b. While on the premises of a shooting range. c. While attending any exhibition, display, or educational project that is about firearms and that is sponsored by, conducted under the auspices of, or approved by a law-enforcement agency or a nationally or state-recognized entity that fosters proficiency in, or promotes education about, firearms. d. While transporting the assault weapon between any of the places set forth in this this paragraph (c)(3) of this section, or to any licensed firearms dealer for servicing or repair under paragraph (c)(2) of this section, if the person places the assault weapon in secure storage. (4) A person may transport an assault weapon to or from any of the following if the person places the assault weapon in secure storage: a. An ISO 17025 accredited, National Institute of Justice-approved ballistics testing laboratory. b. A facility or entity that manufactures or provides research and development testing, analysis, or engineering for personal protective equipment or vehicle protection systems. (5) Ownership of an assault weapon may be transferred from the person owning the assault weapon to a member of that person’s family, and it is lawful for the family member to possess the transferred assault weapon under paragraph (c)(3) of this section, if the transferor lawfully possessed the assault weapon and the family member to whom the assault weapon is transferred is otherwise lawfully permitted to possess it.

If missed

Section 1466(d): A violation of this section is a class D felony.

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

(b) Applicability. — This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) The following individuals, if acting within the scope of official business: a. Personnel of the United States government or a unit of that government. b. Members of the armed forces of the United States or of the National Guard. c. A law-enforcement officer. (2) An assault weapon modified to render it permanently inoperative.

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

(3) Possession, importation, manufacture, receipt for manufacture, shipment for manufacture, storage, purchases, sales, and transport to or by a licensed firearms dealer or manufacturer who does any of the following: a. Provides or services an assault weapon for a law-enforcement agency of this State or for personnel exempted under paragraph (b)(1) of this section. b. Acts to sell or transfer an assault weapon to a licensed firearm dealer in another

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

state or to an individual purchaser in another state through a licensed firearms dealer. c. Acts to return to a customer in another state an assault weapon transferred to the licensed firearms dealer or manufacturer under the terms of a warranty or for repair. (4) Organizations that are required or authorized by federal law governing their specific business or activity to maintain assault weapons. (5) The receipt of an assault

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

weapon by inheritance, and possession of the inherited assault weapon, if the decedent lawfully possessed the assault weapon and the person inheriting the assault weapon is not otherwise a person prohibited under § 1448 of this title. (6) The receipt of an assault weapon by a personal representative of an estate for purposes of exercising the powers and duties of a personal representative of an estate, including transferring the assault

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

weapon according to will or probate proceedings. (7) Possession by a qualified retired law-enforcement officer who is not otherwise prohibited from receiving an assault weapon if either of the following applies: a. The assault weapon is sold or transferred to the qualified retired law-enforcement officer by the law-enforcement agency on retirement. b. The assault weapon was purchased or obtained by the qualified retired law-enforcement officer for official use with the

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

law- enforcement agency before retirement. (8) Possession or transport by an “armored car guard,” as defined in § 1302 of Title 24, if the armored car agency is acting within the scope of employment with an “armored car agency,” as defined under § 1302 of Title 24, and is licensed under Chapter 13 of Title 24. (9) Possession, receipt, and testing by, or shipping to or from any of the

11 Del. C. §1466(b)(1)–(9), all applicability exclusions, native PDF pp180–181/printed178–179

following: a. An ISO 17025 accredited, National Institute of Justice-approved ballistics testing laboratory. b. A facility or entity that manufactures or provides research and development testing, analysis, or engineering for personal protective equipment or vehicle protection systems.

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

(c) Exceptions. — (1) A licensed firearms dealer may continue to do all of the following with an assault weapon that the licensed firearms dealer lawfully possessed on or before June 30, 2022: a. Possess the assault weapon. b. Sell the assault weapon or offer the assault weapon for sale. But, the licensed firearms dealer may only sell the assault weapon or offer the assault weapon for sale as permitted

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

under paragraph (b)(3)b. of this section. c. Transfer the assault weapon. But, the licensed firearms dealer may only transfer the assault weapon as permitted by paragraph (b)(3)b. or (b)(3)c. of this section. (2) a. A licensed firearms dealer may take possession of an assault weapon from a person who lawfully possessed the assault weapon before June 30, 2022, for the purposes of servicing or repairing the assault weapon. b. A

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

licensed firearms dealer may transfer possession of an assault weapon received under paragraph (c)(2)a. of this section for purposes of accomplishing service or repair of the assault weapon. (3) A person who lawfully possessed, or completed a purchase of an assault weapon prior to June 30, 2022, may possess and transport the assault weapon on or after June 30, 2022, only under the following circumstances: a. At that person’s residence,

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

place of business, or other property owned by that person, or on property owned by another person with the owner’s express permission. b. While on the premises of a shooting range. c. While attending any exhibition, display, or educational project that is about firearms and that is sponsored by, conducted under the auspices of, or approved by a law-enforcement agency or a nationally or state-recognized entity that fosters proficiency in,

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

or promotes education about, firearms. d. While transporting the assault weapon between any of the places set forth in this this paragraph (c)(3) of this section, or to any licensed firearms dealer for servicing or repair under paragraph (c)(2) of this section, if the person places the assault weapon in secure storage. (4) A person may transport an assault weapon to or from any of the following if the person

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

places the assault weapon in secure storage: a. An ISO 17025 accredited, National Institute of Justice-approved ballistics testing laboratory. b. A facility or entity that manufactures or provides research and development testing, analysis, or engineering for personal protective equipment or vehicle protection systems.

11 Del. C. §1466(c)(1)–(5), pre2022 possession/purchase, dealer/service, secure-storage and family exceptions, native PDF pp181–182/printed179–180

(5) Ownership of an assault weapon may be transferred from the person owning the assault weapon to a member of that person’s family, and it is lawful for the family member to possess the transferred assault weapon under paragraph (c)(3) of this section, if the transferor lawfully possessed the assault weapon and the family member to whom the assault weapon is transferred is otherwise lawfully permitted to possess it.

Statute 11 Del. C. §1466(a), native PDF p180/printed p178 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(a) Prohibitions. — Except as provided in subsection (b) or (c) of this section, it is unlawful for a person to do any of the following: (1) Transport an assault weapon into this State. (2) Manufacture, sell, offer to sell, transfer, purchase, receive, or possess an assault weapon.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

whether the purchaser has actual physical possession of the assault weapon. If receipt of the assault weapon will not occur until July 1, 2023, it is not a completed purchase. (6) “Copycat weapon” means any of the following: a. A semiautomatic, centerfire rifle that can accept a detachable magazine and has at least 1 of the following: 1. A folding or telescoping stock. 2. Any grip of the weapon, including
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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a pistol grip, a thumbhole stock, or any other stock, the use of which would allow an individual to grip the weapon, resulting in any finger on the trigger hand in addition to the trigger finger being directly below any portion of the action of the weapon when firing.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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3. A forward pistol grip. 4. A flash suppressor. 5. A grenade launcher or flare launcher. b. A semiautomatic, centerfire rifle that has an overall length of less than 30 inches. c. A semiautomatic pistol that can accept a detachable magazine and has at least 1 of the following: 1. Except as otherwise provided under paragraph (6)c.1.A. of this section, an ability to accept a detachable ammunition magazine that attaches
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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at some location outside of the pistol grip. A. Subject to paragraph (6)c.1.B. of this section, the characteristic detailed under this paragraph (6)c.1. does not apply when the characteristic is utilized in conjunction with a rimfire pistol that is used solely for the purposes of competitive shooting events or practice shooting in preparation for competitive shooting events. B. Paragraph (6)c.1.A of this section applies only to competitive shooting events operated
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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by state or nationally recognized competitive shooting organizations. 2. A threaded barrel capable of accepting a flash suppressor, forward pistol grip or silencer. 3. A shroud that is attached to, or partially or completely encircles, the barrel and that permits the shooter to fire the firearm without being burned, except a slide that encloses the barrel. 4. A second hand grip. d. A semiautomatic shotgun that has both of the
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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following: 1. A folding or telescoping stock. 2. Any grip of the weapon, including a pistol grip, a thumbhole stock, or any other stock, the use of which would allow an individual to grip the weapon, resulting in any finger on the trigger hand in addition to the trigger finger being directly below any portion of the action of the weapon when firing. e. A semiautomatic shotgun that has the
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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ability to accept a detachable magazine. f. A shotgun with a revolving cylinder. g. A semiautomatic pistol with a fixed magazine that can accept more than 17 rounds. h. A semiautomatic, centerfire rifle that has a fixed magazine that can accept more than 17 rounds. (7) “Detachable magazine” means an ammunition feeding device that can be removed readily from a firearm without requiring disassembly of the firearm action or without
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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the use of a tool, including a bullet or cartridge. (8) “Family” means as defined in § 901 of Title 10. (9) “Flash suppressor” means a device that functions, or is intended to function, to perceptibly reduce or redirect muzzle flash from the shooter’s field of vision. (10) “Grenade launcher” means a device designed to fire, launch, or propel a grenade. (11) “Qualified retired law-enforcement officer” means as defined in
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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§ 1441B(c) of this title. (12) “Secure storage” means a firearm that is stored in a locked container or equipped with a tamper-resistant mechanical lock or other safety device that is properly engaged so as to render the firearm inoperable by a person other than the owner or other lawfully- authorized user. (13) “Shooting range” means any land or structure used and operated in accordance with all applicable laws and
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ordinances for the shooting of targets for training, education, practice, recreation, or competition.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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For purposes of this section and § 1466 and § 1467 of this title: (1) “Ammunition feeding device” means any magazine, belt, drum, feed strip, or similar device that holds ammunition for a firearm. (2) “Assault long gun” means any of the following or a copy, regardless of the producer or manufacturer: a. American Arms Spectre da Semiautomatic carbine. b. Avtomat Kalashnikov semiautomatic rifle in any format, including the AK-47
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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in all forms. c. Algimec AGM-1 type semi-auto. d. AR 100 type semi-auto. e. AR 180 type semi-auto. f. Argentine L.S.R. semi-auto. g. Australian Automatic Arms SAR type semi-auto. h. Auto-Ordnance Thompson M1 and 1927 semi-automatics. i. Barrett light .50 cal. semi-auto. j. Beretta AR70 type semi-auto. k. Bushmaster semi-auto rifle. l. Calico models M-100 and M-900. m. CIS SR 88 type semi-auto. n. Claridge HI TEC C-9 carbines. o.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1466(d), native PDF p182/printed180; section heading says class E or F felony; operative subsection (d) says class D verified Oct 2026

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A violation of this section is a class D felony.
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Colt AR-15, CAR-15, and all imitations except Colt AR-15 Sporter H-BAR rifle. p. Daewoo MAX 1 and MAX 2, aka AR 100, 110C, K-1, and K-2. q. Dragunov Chinese made semi-auto. r. Famas semi-auto (.223 caliber). s. Feather AT-9 semi-auto. t. FN LAR and FN FAL assault rifle. u. FNC semi-auto type carbine. v. F.I.E./Franchi LAW 12 and SPAS 12 assault shotgun. w. Steyr-AUG-SA semi-auto. x. Galil models AR and
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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ARM semi-auto. y. Heckler and Koch HK-91 A3, HK-93 A2, HK-94 A2 and A3. z. Holmes model 88 shotgun. aa. Manchester Arms “Commando” MK-45, MK-9.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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bb. Mandell TAC-1 semi-auto carbine. cc. Mossberg model 500 Bullpup assault shotgun. dd. Sterling Mark 6. ee. P.A.W.S. carbine. ff. Ruger mini-14 folding stock model (.223 caliber). gg. SIG 550/551 assault rifle (.223 caliber). hh. SKS with detachable magazine. ii. AP-74 Commando type semi-auto. jj. Springfield Armory BM-59, SAR-48, G3, SAR-3, M-21 sniper rifle, and M1A, excluding the M1 Garand. kk. Street sweeper assault type shotgun. ll. Striker 12 assault
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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shotgun in all formats. mm. Unique F11 semi-auto type. nn. Daewoo USAS 12 semi-auto shotgun. oo. UZI 9mm carbine or rifle. pp. Valmet M-76 and M-78 semi-auto. qq. Weaver Arms “Nighthawk” semi-auto carbine. rr. Wilkinson Arms 9mm semi-auto “Terry”. (3) “Assault pistol” means any of the following or a copy, regardless of the producer or manufacturer: a. AA Arms AP-9 pistol. b. Beretta 93R pistol. c. Bushmaster pistol. d. Claridge
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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HI-TEC pistol. e. D Max Industries pistol. f. EKO Cobra pistol. g. Encom MK-IV, MP-9, or MP-45 pistol. h. Heckler and Koch MP5K, MP7, SP-89, or VP70 pistol. i. Holmes MP-83 pistol. j. Ingram MAC 10/11 pistol and variations, including the Partisan Avenger and the SWD Cobray. k. Intratec TEC-9/DC-9 pistol in any centerfire variation. l. P.A.W.S. type pistol. m. Skorpion pistol. n. Spectre double action pistol (Sile, F.I.E., Mitchell).
Statute 11 Del. C. §1465, complete item, purchase, storage and exception definitions, native PDF pp178–180/printed176–178 verified Oct 2026

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o. Stechkin automatic pistol. p. Steyer tactical pistol. q. UZI pistol. r. Weaver Arms Nighthawk pistol. s. Wilkinson “Linda” pistol. (4) “Assault weapon” means any of the following: a. An assault long gun. b. An assault pistol. c. A copycat weapon. (5) “Completed a purchase” means that the purchaser completed an application, passed a background check, and has a receipt or purchase order for the assault weapon, without regard to

Breeding dairy cattle import certificate

binds: Dairy cows and other cattle for breeding purposes · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Importation of dairy cows and other cattle for breeding purposes into the State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The importation of dairy cows and other cattle for breeding purposes into the State is prohibited, excepting when such cattle are accompanied by a certificate from an inspector, whose competency and reliability are certified to by the authorities charged with the control of the diseases of domestic animals in the state from whence the cattle came, certifying that they have been examined and subjected to the tuberculin test, and are free from disease, and whose certificate shall be acceptable to the Department of Agriculture. In lieu of the inspection certificate required by this section, cattle as above specified from points outside the State may, under such restrictions as are provided by the Department, be shipped in quarantine to their destination in the State, there to remain in quarantine, until properly examined at the expense of the owner by a veterinarian to be designated by the Department.

Waived where
Cattle shipped in quarantine to their destination in the State in lieu of the inspection certificate 3 Del. C. §7301(b)

If missed

Whoever violates § 7301 of this title shall, for each offense, be fined not more than $100 or imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both.

Exceptions on record

3 Del. C. §7301(b)

In lieu of the inspection certificate required by this section, cattle as above specified from points outside the State may, under such restrictions as are provided by the Department, be shipped in quarantine to their destination in the State, there to remain in quarantine, until properly examined at the expense of the owner by a veterinarian to be designated by the Department.

Statute 3 Del. C. §7301(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

The importation of dairy cows and other cattle for breeding purposes into the State is prohibited, excepting when such cattle are accompanied by a certificate from an inspector, whose competency and reliability are certified to by the authorities charged with the control of the diseases of domestic animals in the state from whence the cattle came,
Statute 3 Del. C. §7301(a), certificate content verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

certifying that they have been examined and subjected to the tuberculin test, and are free from disease, and whose certificate shall be acceptable to the Department of Agriculture.
Statute 3 Del. C. §7303(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Whoever violates § 7301 of this title shall, for each offense, be fined not more than $100 or imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both.

Business license

binds: Person with a trade or business for which a license is required by Part III of this title · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Engage in or carry on a trade or business for which a license is required

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall engage in or carry on any trade or business for which a license is required by this part without first having obtained a license therefor from the Department of Finance and paid therefor the fee or tax prescribed in this part. For Chapter 23: Any person functioning in an “employee” relationship as defined in the Federal Insurance Contribution Act [26 U.S.C. § 3101 et seq.] shall be exempt from this chapter with respect to activities as an employee. Any person functioning as a “partner” shall be exempt from this chapter with respect to activities solely as a “partner”. Nonprofit organizations exempted from federal income taxation under § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [26 U.S.C. § 501], as amended, shall be exempt from payment of fees as set forth in subsections (a), (b) and (d) of §2301. Notwithstanding this title, all affiliated finance companies being taxed in accordance with Chapter 63 shall be exempt from any occupational license taxes imposed by Part III of this title. A license granted for an occupation and which specifies the place of business thereby licensed shall not authorize the licensee to carry on any trade, business, pursuit or occupation specified in such license in any other place than the place of business set forth in such license. If a licensee changes the location of the licensee’s place of business during the period for which the license is issued, the license may be transferred to such new location.

Sequence

Complete this before Engage in or carry on a trade or business for which a license is required by Part III of this title. 30 Del. C. §2101, first sentence

If missed

A person shall not engage in or carry on a trade or business for which a license is required without first having obtained the license and paid the prescribed fee or tax.

Exceptions on record

30 Del. C. §6305

Notwithstanding this title, all affiliated finance companies being taxed in accordance with this chapter shall be exempt from any occupational license taxes imposed by Part III of this title.

30 Del. C. §2301(e)(2)

Any person functioning in an “employee” relationship as defined in the Federal Insurance Contribution Act [26 U.S.C. § 3101 et seq.] shall be exempt from this chapter with respect to activities as an employee.

30 Del. C. §2301(p)

Nonprofit organizations exempted from federal income taxation under § 501 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 [26 U.S.C. § 501], as amended, shall be exempt from payment of fees as set forth in subsections (a), (b) and (d) of this section.

30 Del. C. §2301(e)(4)

Any person functioning as a “partner” shall be exempt from this chapter with respect to activities solely as a “partner”.

30 Del. C. §2102(b)

Persons licensed under this section may, but are not required to, renew their licenses for a term of 3 years upon payment of a license fee equal to 3 times the fee in effect for said license at the time of renewal.

Statute 30 Del. C. §2101, first sentence verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

No person shall engage in or carry on any trade or business for which a license is required by this part without first having obtained a license therefor from the Department of Finance and paid therefor the fee or tax prescribed in this part.
Statute 30 Del. C. §2107 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

A license granted for an occupation and which specifies the place of business thereby licensed shall not authorize the licensee to carry on any trade, business, pursuit or occupation specified in such license in any other place than the place of business set forth in such license. If a licensee changes the location of the licensee’s place of business during the period for which the license is issued, the license may be transferred to such new location.
Statute 30 Del. C. §2102(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

All licenses issued under this title shall be for a term of 1 year, expiring on December 31, or on the date prescribed pursuant to the provision of the Delaware Code under which it was issued.

Cat rabies vaccination

binds: Any person owning a cat 6 months of age or older in this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Owning a cat 6 months of age or older in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Any person owning a cat 6 months of age or older in this State shall have the cat vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian The owner of the cat will be responsible for keeping a valid rabies vaccination certificate or exemption certificate in their possession for inspection by an animal welfare officer, the Department, or the Division.

exemption from vaccination against rabies may be permitted if a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and based on the veterinarian’s professional judgment, has certified in writing that at the time, vaccination would endanger the animal’s health because of its infirmity, disability, illness, or other medical considerations Certification that the animal is exempt from vaccination shall be valid for a period of 1 year from the date of the issuance of the certificate of exemption, after which time the animal shall be re-examined by a licensed veterinarian and vaccinated against rabies or a new certificate of exemption shall be issued to the animal’s owner. or by a licensed veterinary technician working under the indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian if the cat is in a shelter and is owned by the shelter;

If missed

Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined $25. No penalty imposed by this section shall be suspended. Any animal that receives a certificate of exemption under this section must be treated as unvaccinated in case of potential rabies exposure.

Exceptions on record

3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b), (c)

exemption from vaccination against rabies may be permitted if a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and based on the veterinarian’s professional judgment, has certified in writing that at the time, vaccination would endanger the animal’s health because of its infirmity, disability, illness, or other medical considerations

3 Del. C. §8204(b)

or by a licensed veterinary technician working under the indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian if the cat is in a shelter and is owned by the shelter;

Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

The owner of the cat will be responsible for keeping a valid rabies vaccination certificate or exemption certificate in their possession for inspection by an animal welfare officer, the Department, or the Division.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any person owning a cat 6 months of age or older in this State shall have the cat vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(d) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any animal that receives a certificate of exemption under this section must be treated as unvaccinated in case of potential rabies exposure.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b), (c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Certification that the animal is exempt from vaccination shall be valid for a period of 1 year from the date of the issuance of the certificate of exemption, after which time the animal shall be re-examined by a licensed veterinarian and vaccinated against rabies or a new certificate of exemption shall be issued to the animal’s owner.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(h) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined $25. No penalty imposed by this section shall be suspended.

Cattle affected state import ban

binds: Dairy cattle, including heifers, dry cows and lactating cows used for dairy purposes; all cattle in a state if cattle from an affected premises exhibit these signs · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Movement of dairy cattle into Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No dairy cattle from a state with an affected herd within the last 30 days shall be allowed to move into Delaware until further notice. If any cattle from an affected premises exhibit these signs, all cattle in that state shall be restricted. These signs are decreased lactation, low appetite, thickened colostrum-like milk and other clinical signs.

If missed

No dairy cattle from a state with an affected herd within the last 30 days shall be allowed to move into Delaware until further notice.

Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, first bullet, symptomatic premises branch verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

If any cattle from an affected premises exhibit these signs, all cattle in that state shall be restricted.
Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01 (May 1, 2026), first bullet verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

No dairy cattle from a state with an affected herd within the last 30 days shall be allowed to move into Delaware until further notice.
Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, covered dairy cattle verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

restricting the movement of dairy cattle, including heifers, dry cows, and lactating cows used for dairy purposes, into Delaware
Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, signs context verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

In February 2024, an unknown disease affecting dairy cattle causing decreased lactation, low appetite, thickened colostrum-like milk, and other clinical signs was identified in Texas.
Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, supersession verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

issued on May 1, 2026, supersedes the previous Control Order (DDA-25-CO-02) issued under the authority of the Delaware Department of Agriculture.

Cattle brucellosis movement

binds: Person who moves cattle from any premise for other than immediate slaughter, other than animals in accredited brucellosis-free herds · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Move cattle from any premise

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall move cattle from any premise for other than immediate slaughter unless they have been vaccinated prior to reaching the age of 8 months or unless such animal is negative to an authorized blood agglutination test for brucellosis made within a period of 30 days prior to the date of removal. Such restriction shall not apply to animals in accredited brucellosis-free herds.

Sequence

Complete this before Move cattle from any premise for other than immediate slaughter, other than animals in accredited brucellosis-free herds. 3 Del. C. §7324, movement alternatives

Exceptions on record

3 Del. C. §7324, herd exclusion

Such restriction shall not apply to animals in accredited brucellosis-free herds.

Statute 3 Del. C. §7324, movement alternatives verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

No person shall move cattle from any premise for other than immediate slaughter unless they have been vaccinated prior to reaching the age of 8 months or unless such animal is negative to an authorized blood agglutination test for brucellosis made within a period of 30 days prior to the date of removal.

CDL transfer

binds: No person who has been a resident of this State for 30 days · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 6, 2026 or later

A resident of this State for 30 days

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person who has been a resident of this State for 30 days may drive a commercial motor vehicle under the authority of a commercial driver license issued by another jurisdiction. When applying to transfer a CDL from one State of domicile to a new State of domicile, an applicant must apply for a CDL from the new State of domicile within no more than 30 days after establishing his/her new domicile.

( c ) License transfer. When applying to transfer a CDL from one State of domicile to a new State of domicile, an applicant must apply for a CDL from the new State of domicile within no more than 30 days after establishing his/her new domicile. The applicant must: ( 1 ) Provide to the new State of domicile the certifications contained in paragraphs (b)(1) and (5) of this section; ( 2 ) Provide to the new State of domicile updated information as specified in subpart J of this part ; ( 3 ) If the applicant wishes to retain a hazardous materials endorsement, he/she must comply with the requirements specified in paragraph (b)(8) of this section and State requirements as specified in § 383.73(c)(4) ; ( 4 ) Surrender the CDL from the old State of domicile to the new State of domicile; and ( 5 ) Provide the names of all States where the applicant has previously been licensed to drive any type of motor vehicle during the previous 10 years. ( 6 ) Provide to the State proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency as specified in Table 1 of this section, or be registered under paragraph (f) of this section. ( 7 ) Provide proof to the State that this is his/her State of domicile, as the term is defined in § 383.5 . Acceptable proof of domicile is a document with the person's name and residential address within the State, such as a government issued tax form.

If missed

Whoever violates this chapter shall for the first offense be fined not less than $50 nor more than $100. For each subsequent like offense, the person shall be fined not less than $100 nor more than $200, or imprisoned not less than 10 days nor more than 30 days or both. (b) This section shall not apply to violations for which a specific penalty is set forth elsewhere in this chapter.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2610(a); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c026/

(a) The application for a commercial driver license or commercial learner permit must include the following: (1) The full name and current residential and mailing address of the person; (2) A physical description of the person including sex, height, weight and eye color; (3) Date of birth; (4) The applicant’s Social Security number; (5) The person’s signature; (6) Certifications including those required by 49 C.F.R. part 383.71(a); (7)
Statute 21 Del. C. §2610(a); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c026/

Any other information required by the Division of Motor Vehicles; and (8) A consent to release driving record information.
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(b)(1); part 1 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

( 1 ) Initial Commercial Driver's License applications submitted on or after January 30, 2012. Any person applying for a CDL on or after January 30, 2012, must meet the requirements set forth in paragraphs (b)(2) through (10) , and (h) of this section, and make one of the following applicable certifications in paragraph (b)(1)(i) , (ii) , (iii) , or (iv) of this section: ( i )
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(b)(1); part 2 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

Non-excepted interstate. A person must certify that he/she operates or expects to operate in interstate commerce, is both subject to and meets the qualification requirements under 49 CFR part 391 , and is required to obtain a medical examiner's certificate by § 391.45 of this chapter ; ( ii ) Excepted interstate. A person must certify that he/she operates or expects to operate in interstate commerce, but engages
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(b)(1); part 3 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

exclusively in transportation or operations excepted under 49 CFR 390.3(f) , 391.2 , 391.68 , or 398.3 from all or parts of the qualification requirements of 49 CFR part 391 , and is therefore not required to obtain a medical examiner's certificate by 49 CFR 391.45 of this chapter; ( iii ) Non-excepted intrastate. A person must certify that he/she operates only in intrastate commerce and therefore is
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(b)(1); part 4 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

subject to State driver qualification requirements; or ( iv ) Excepted intrastate. A person must certify that he/she operates in intrastate commerce, but engages exclusively in transportation or operations excepted from all or parts of the State driver qualification requirements.
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(b)(5) verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

( 5 ) The person must certify that he/she is not subject to any disqualification under § 383.51 , or any license disqualification under State law, and that he/she does not have a driver's license from more than one State or jurisdiction.
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(b)(8) verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

( 8 ) If the person is applying for a hazardous materials endorsement, he/she must comply with Transportation Security Administration requirements codified in 49 CFR part 1572 . A lawful permanent resident of the United States requesting a hazardous materials endorsement must additionally provide his/her U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Alien registration number.
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(c)(1)–(7); part 1 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

( c ) License transfer. When applying to transfer a CDL from one State of domicile to a new State of domicile, an applicant must apply for a CDL from the new State of domicile within no more than 30 days after establishing his/her new domicile. The applicant must: ( 1 ) Provide to the new State of domicile the certifications contained in paragraphs (b)(1) and (5) of
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(c)(1)–(7); part 2 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

this section; ( 2 ) Provide to the new State of domicile updated information as specified in subpart J of this part ; ( 3 ) If the applicant wishes to retain a hazardous materials endorsement, he/she must comply with the requirements specified in paragraph (b)(8) of this section and State requirements as specified in § 383.73(c)(4) ; ( 4 ) Surrender the CDL from the old State
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(c)(1)–(7); part 3 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

of domicile to the new State of domicile; and ( 5 ) Provide the names of all States where the applicant has previously been licensed to drive any type of motor vehicle during the previous 10 years. ( 6 ) Provide to the State proof of citizenship or lawful permanent residency as specified in Table 1 of this section, or be registered under paragraph (f) of this section.
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(c)(1)–(7); part 4 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

( 7 ) Provide proof to the State that this is his/her State of domicile, as the term is defined in § 383.5 . Acceptable proof of domicile is a document with the person's name and residential address within the State, such as a government issued tax form.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2610(d) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c026/

(d) The applicant must provide the names of all states where the applicant has previously been licensed to drive any type of motor vehicle during the previous 10 years.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2610(f) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c026/

No person who has been a resident of this State for 30 days may drive a commercial motor vehicle under the authority of a commercial driver license issued by another jurisdiction.
Regulation 49 C.F.R. §383.71(c), current native renderer retrieved September 30, 2026 verified Sep 2026

https://www.ecfr.gov/api/renderer/v1/content/enhanced/current/title-49?part=383&section=383.71

When applying to transfer a CDL from one State of domicile to a new State of domicile, an applicant must apply for a CDL from the new State of domicile within no more than 30 days after establishing his/her new domicile.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2623(a)-(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c026/

Whoever violates this chapter shall for the first offense be fined not less than $50 nor more than $100. For each subsequent like offense, the person shall be fined not less than $100 nor more than $200, or imprisoned not less than 10 days nor more than 30 days or both. (b) This section shall not apply to violations for which a specific penalty is set forth elsewhere in this chapter.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2610(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c026/

The applicant’s noncommercial and commercial driver license from any other jurisdiction must be surrendered to the Division.

Childcare school lead screening

binds: Parent or guardian of a child who has reached the age of 12 months, in child care facilities or public or private nursery schools, preschools, or kindergartens · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Admission or continued enrollment

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Provide a statement from the child’s primary health-care provider that the child has received a screening for lead poisoning, or a certificate signed by the parent or guardian stating that the screening is contrary to the parent’s or guardian’s religious beliefs.

Except in the case of enrollment in kindergarten, the screening under subsection (a) of this section may be done within 60 calendar days of the date of enrollment.

note

Child care facilities and public and private nursery schools, preschools, and kindergartens shall require proof of screening for lead poisoning for admission or continued enrollment.

Exceptions on record

16 Del. C. §2603(c)(2)

A certificate signed by the parent or guardian stating that the screening is contrary to the parent’s or guardian’s religious beliefs.

Statute 16 Del. C. §2603(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

Except in the case of enrollment in kindergarten, the screening under subsection (a) of this section may be done within 60 calendar days of the date of enrollment.
Statute 16 Del. C. §2603(c)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

A child’s parent or guardian must provide 1 of the following: ... A statement from the child’s primary health-care provider that the child has received a screening for lead poisoning.
Statute 16 Del. C. §2603(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

For every child who has reached the age of 12 months, child care facilities and public and private nursery schools, preschools, and kindergartens shall require proof of screening for lead poisoning for admission or continued enrollment.

Cosmetology compact home change

binds: Licensee with an active, unencumbered multistate license · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Changes home state by moving between 2 member states

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If a licensee changes their home state by moving between 2 member states, the licensee shall immediately apply for the reissuance of their multistate license in their new home state. The licensee shall pay all applicable fees and notify the prior home state in accordance with the rules.

(a) A licensee may hold a multistate license, issued by their home state, in only 1 member state at any given time. (2) Upon receipt of an application to reissue a multistate license, the new home state shall verify that the multistate license is active, unencumbered, and eligible for reissuance under the terms of this Compact and the rules. The multistate license issued by the former home state must be deactivated and all member states notified in accordance with the applicable rules adopted by the Commission. (3) If required for initial licensure, the new home state may require a background check, as specified in the laws of the new home state, or the compliance with any jurisprudence requirements of the new home state. (4) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Compact, if a licensee does not meet the requirements set forth in this Compact for the reissuance of a multistate license by the new home state, then the licensee is subject to the new home state’s requirements for the issuance of a single-state license in that state.

Statute 24 Del. C. §5145, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

If a licensee changes their home state by moving between 2 member states, the licensee shall immediately apply for the reissuance of their multistate license in their new home state. The licensee shall pay all applicable fees and notify the prior home state in accordance with the rules.
Statute 24 Del. C. §5145, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

(a) A licensee may hold a multistate license, issued by their home state, in only 1 member state at any given time.
Statute 24 Del. C. §5145, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

---(2) Upon receipt of an application to reissue a multistate license, the new home state shall verify that the multistate license is active, unencumbered, and eligible for reissuance under the terms of this Compact and the rules. The multistate license issued by the former home state must be deactivated and all member states notified in accordance with the applicable rules adopted by the Commission. ---(3) If required for initial licensure,
Statute 24 Del. C. §5145, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

the new home state may require a background check, as specified in the laws of the new home state, or the compliance with any jurisprudence requirements of the new home state. ---(4) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Compact, if a licensee does not meet the requirements set forth in this Compact for the reissuance of a multistate license by the new home state, then the licensee is subject to
Statute 24 Del. C. §5145, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

the new home state’s requirements for the issuance of a single-state license in that state.

Covert undetectable firearm transport

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Transports or knowingly possesses a covert or undetectable firearm

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

A person is guilty of possession of a covert or undetectable firearm when the person knowingly possesses a covert or undetectable firearm. A person is guilty of manufacturing a covert or undetectable firearm when the person transports a covert or undetectable firearm.

(4) “Covert firearm” means any firearm that is constructed in a shape or configuration such that it does not resemble a firearm. (38) “Undetectable firearm” means a firearm constructed entirely of nonmetal substances, or a firearm that after removal of all of the major components of a firearm, is not detectable by walk-through metal detectors calibrated and operated to detect the security exemplar, or firearm which includes a major component of a firearm, which, if subject to the types of detection devices commonly used at airports for security screening, would not generate an image that accurately depicts the shape of the component. It does not include a firearm subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C. § 922(p)(3) through (6).

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §222(38), undetectable-firearm definition and federal exclusion, native PDF p9/printed p7

(38) “Undetectable firearm” means a firearm constructed entirely of nonmetal substances, or a firearm that after removal of all of the major components of a firearm, is not detectable by walk-through metal detectors calibrated and operated to detect the security exemplar, or firearm which includes a major component of a firearm, which, if subject to the types of detection devices commonly used at airports for security screening, would not generate

11 Del. C. §222(38), undetectable-firearm definition and federal exclusion, native PDF p9/printed p7

an image that accurately depicts the shape of the component. It does not include a firearm subject to the provisions of 18 U.S.C. § 922(p)(3) through (6).

Statute 11 Del. C. §1462(b), transport branch, native PDF p177/printed p175 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(b) A person is guilty of manufacturing a covert or undetectable firearm when the person manufactures, causes to be manufactured, transports, or sells a covert or undetectable firearm.
Statute 11 Del. C. §222(4), covert-firearm definition, native PDF p7/printed p5 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(4) “Covert firearm” means any firearm that is constructed in a shape or configuration such that it does not resemble a firearm.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1462(a), distinct knowing-possession branch, native PDF p177/printed175 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(a) A person is guilty of possession of a covert or undetectable firearm when the person knowingly possesses a covert or undetectable firearm.

Dairy cattle import CVI

binds: Dairy cattle (heifers, dry cows and lactating cows), unless originating from a state with National Milk Testing Strategy Unaffected State Status · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Entry of dairy heifers, dry cows or lactating cows into Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Unless originating from state with a National Milk Testing Strategy Unaffected State Status, dairy cattle (includes heifers, dry cows, and lactating cows) require a signed Certificate of Veterinary Inspection and negative test for Influenza A virus at an approved National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) laboratory within 7 days of entry into Delaware. This includes dairy cattle being brought into Delaware to be sold or exhibited.

Sequence

Complete this before Entry of dairy cattle into Delaware. DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, CVI/testing duty

Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, CVI/testing duty verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

Unless originating from state with a National Milk Testing Strategy Unaffected State Status, dairy cattle (includes heifers, dry cows, and lactating cows) require a signed Certificate of Veterinary Inspection and negative test for Influenza A virus at an approved National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) laboratory within 7 days of entry into Delaware.
Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, sale/exhibition scope verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

This includes dairy cattle being brought into Delaware to be sold or exhibited.

Dairy cattle import influenza test

binds: Dairy cattle (heifers, dry cows and lactating cows), unless originating from a state with National Milk Testing Strategy Unaffected State Status · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Entry of dairy heifers, dry cows or lactating cows into Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Unless originating from a state with National Milk Testing Strategy Unaffected State Status, dairy cattle (heifers, dry cows and lactating cows) require a negative test for Influenza A virus at an approved National Animal Health Laboratory Network laboratory within 7 days of entry into Delaware. This includes dairy cattle being brought into Delaware to be sold or exhibited. Dairy cattle moving interstate for exhibition, show, or sale may travel to their home herd using the same negative test result provided the exhibition, show, or sale does not exceed 10 days in length.

Sequence

Complete this before Entry of dairy cattle into Delaware. DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, seven-day test

Exceptions on record

DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, interstate return context

Dairy cattle moving interstate for exhibition, show, or sale may

DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet continuation on page 2

travel to their home herd using the same negative test result provided the exhibition, show, or sale does not exceed 10 days in length.

Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, seven-day test verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

Unless originating from state with a National Milk Testing Strategy Unaffected State Status, dairy cattle (includes heifers, dry cows, and lactating cows) require a signed Certificate of Veterinary Inspection and negative test for Influenza A virus at an approved National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) laboratory within 7 days of entry into Delaware.
Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, second bullet, sale/exhibition scope verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

This includes dairy cattle being brought into Delaware to be sold or exhibited.

Dairy cattle transaction traceability

binds: All parties selling or buying dairy cattle of any age · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Selling or buying dairy cattle of any age

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

All parties selling and buying dairy cattle of any age must provide their name and address to allow for the traceability of said cattle in the event there is an animal health emergency in Delaware related to highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) in dairy cattle occurring in parts of the U.S.

note

Traceability of dairy cattle in an animal health emergency in Delaware related to highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1).

Agency guidance DDA-26-CO-01, third bullet verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/05/Delaware-2026-Dairy-Cattle-Restricted-Movement-Order_DDA-26-CO-01.pdf

All parties selling and buying dairy cattle of any age must provide their name and address to allow for the traceability of said cattle in the event there is an animal health emergency in Delaware related to highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) in dairy cattle occurring in parts of the U.S.

Dog leash movement

binds: Dog owner or custodian · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Dog outside the owner’s real property limits, permitted private property or driven/parked vehicle

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(a) (1) Unless exempted under this section, a dog may not run at large outside at any time. A dog must be secured by means of a leash that is capable of physically restraining the movement of the dog. A dog is not at large if it is within the real property limits of its owner, or on private property with permission, or within a vehicle being driven or parked.

Statute 16 Del. C. §3048F(a)(1)–(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

(a) (1) Unless exempted under this section, a dog may not run at large outside at any time. A dog must be secured by means of a leash that is capable of physically restraining the movement of the dog. A dog is not at large if it is within the real property limits of its owner, or on private property with permission, or within a vehicle being driven or parked.
Statute 16 Del. C. §3048F(a)(1)–(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

(2) The following dogs are exempt from the leash requirements and need only be at heel or under reasonable control of a competent person and obedient to the person’s command. a. Working dogs, which are dogs that are not merely pets but that learn and perform tasks to assist their human companions, and include dogs trained to hunt, herd, assist law enforcement or search and rescue personnel, or assist persons
Statute 16 Del. C. §3048F(a)(1)–(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

with disabilities, while actively engaged in performing such functions. b. Dogs within a designated “off-leash” dog park or area, or within an area permitted by a governmental entity, including a municipality, and attended by the dog’s owner or custodian.

Dog license

binds: Owner of a dog or dog hybrid 6 months of age or older; owner means any person who owns, keeps, harbors, or is the custodian of a dog · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Owns, keeps, harbors, or is the custodian of a dog 6 months of age or older

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Apply to the Department of Health and Social Services or its duly authorized agents for an individual dog owner license.

Upon application and payment of the fee for an individual dog owner license, retail dog outlet license, or kennel license, the applicant shall be entitled to receive a license, provided proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination, exemption certificate authorized under § 8204 of Title 3, or other documentation required by the Department can be presented for each dog for which the license is sought. The license fee set by the Department pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall not be required to be paid when the dog is one which qualifies as a seeing-eye, lead, or guide dog or as a dog which has previously served in a branch of the United States armed forces. Any person who maintains a kennel wherein more than 4 dogs are kept for show, trial, sale, breeding, or other purposes may apply to the Department, or its agents authorized under § 3045 F of this title, on a form prescribed by the Department for a kennel license in lieu of an individual dog owner license for each dog. Individual, retail, or kennel licenses previously issued by a county or the City of Wilmington remain valid until their predetermined expiration dates. If, by or pursuant to the laws of the state of the owner’s primary residence, an owner licenses in that owner’s own state of residence, then such dog shall not need an additional license in this State.

If missed

Whoever fails to secure a valid dog license, retail dog outlet’s license, or kennel license when required by this section shall be fined not less than $50 and not more than $500. For each subsequent offense occurring within 12 months of a prior offense, the person shall be fined not less than $100 and not more than $500. The minimum fine for a subsequent offense shall not be subject to suspension.

Exceptions on record

16 Del. C. §3042F(f), current

Individual, retail, or kennel licenses previously issued by a county or the City of Wilmington remain valid until their predetermined expiration dates.

16 Del. C. §3042F(e), current

The license fee set by the Department pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall not be required to be paid when the dog is one which qualifies as a seeing-eye, lead, or guide dog or as a dog which has previously served in a branch of the United States armed forces.

16 Del. C. §3042F(a)(3), current

Any person who maintains a kennel wherein more than 4 dogs are kept for show, trial, sale, breeding, or other purposes may apply to the Department, or its agents authorized under § 3045F of this title, on a form prescribed by the Department for a kennel license in lieu of an individual dog owner license for each dog.

16 Del. C. §3046F

If, by or pursuant to the laws of the state of the owner’s primary residence, an owner licenses in that owner’s own state of residence, then such dog shall not need an additional license in this State.

Statute 16 Del. C. §3041F(4), effective untilJan1,2027 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

“Department” means the Department of Health and Social Services.
Statute 16 Del. C. §3042F(a)(1), effective untilJan23,2027 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

The owner of any dog 6 months of age or older shall apply to the Department or its duly authorized agents on a form prescribed by the Department for an individual dog owner license for such dog.
Statute 16 Del. C. §3041F(5), effective untilJan1,2027 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

“Dog” means any dog or dog hybrid.
Statute 16 Del. C. §3041F(7), effective untilJan1,2027 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

“Owner” means any person who owns, keeps, harbors, or is the custodian of a dog.
Statute 16 Del. C. §3042F(c), current verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

Whoever fails to secure a valid dog license, retail dog outlet’s license, or kennel license when required by this section shall be fined not less than $50 and not more than $500. For each subsequent offense occurring within 12 months of a prior offense, the person shall be fined not less than $100 and not more than $500. The minimum fine for a subsequent offense shall not be subject to suspension.
Statute 16 Del. C. §3042F(b), current verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

Upon application and payment of the fee for an individual dog owner license, retail dog outlet license, or kennel license, the applicant shall be entitled to receive a license, provided proof of a currently valid rabies vaccination, exemption certificate authorized under § 8204 of Title 3, or other documentation required by the Department can be presented for each dog for which the license is sought.

Dog license tag

binds: Owner of a licensed dog issued a metal tag · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Metal tag issued with the license

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

In the event a dog tag is issued, the tag shall be affixed to the collar by the owner of such dog.

Each issued license must be accompanied by either a metal tag or an alternative method of identification, such as a microchip or tattoo. In the event a dog tag is issued, the tag shall be of a design to be adopted by the Department, and shall be affixed to the collar by the owner of such dog. Dog collars with associated state tags may be removed and need not be worn at all times when the dog is licensed under a kennel or retail dog outlet and is housed in an enclosure or a pen. If the collar has been removed, a valid dog tag and license must be readily available for review by an animal welfare officer as proof that the individual dog is licensed. Dogs engaged in the act of hunting are exempted from wearing tags while they are in the act of hunting, but individuals hunting with dogs must have some means of valid identification on the dog, and a valid dog tag and license must be available for review by an animal welfare officer while the dog is in the act of hunting.

Exceptions on record

16 Del. C. §3042F(b), current

Dog collars with associated state tags may be removed and need not be worn at all times when the dog is licensed under a kennel or retail dog outlet and is housed in an enclosure or a pen. If the collar has been removed, a valid dog tag and license must be readily available for review by an animal welfare officer as proof that the individual dog is licensed.

16 Del. C. §3042F(b), current

Dogs engaged in the act of hunting are exempted from wearing tags while they are in the act of hunting, but individuals hunting with dogs must have some means of valid identification on the dog, and a valid dog tag and license must be available for review by an animal welfare officer while the dog is in the act of hunting.

Statute 16 Del. C. §3042F(b), current verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title16/title16.pdf

Each issued license must be accompanied by either a metal tag or an alternative method of identification, such as a microchip or tattoo. In the event a dog tag is issued, the tag shall be of a design to be adopted by the Department, and shall be affixed to the collar by the owner of such dog.

Dog rabies vaccination

binds: Any person owning a dog 6 months of age or older in this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Owning a dog 6 months of age or older in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Any person owning a dog 6 months of age or older in this State shall have that dog vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian The owner of the dog will be responsible for keeping a valid rabies vaccination certificate or exemption certificate in their possession for inspection by an animal control officer, the Department, or the Division, if deemed necessary.

exemption from vaccination against rabies may be permitted if a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and based on the veterinarian’s professional judgment, has certified in writing that at the time, vaccination would endanger the animal’s health because of its infirmity, disability, illness, or other medical considerations Certification that the animal is exempt from vaccination shall be valid for a period of 1 year from the date of the issuance of the certificate of exemption, after which time the animal shall be re-examined by a licensed veterinarian and vaccinated against rabies or a new certificate of exemption shall be issued to the animal’s owner. or by a licensed veterinary technician working under the indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian if the dog is in a shelter and is owned by the shelter;

If missed

Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined $25. No penalty imposed by this section shall be suspended. Any animal that receives a certificate of exemption under this section must be treated as unvaccinated in case of potential rabies exposure.

Exceptions on record

3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b), (c)

exemption from vaccination against rabies may be permitted if a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and based on the veterinarian’s professional judgment, has certified in writing that at the time, vaccination would endanger the animal’s health because of its infirmity, disability, illness, or other medical considerations

3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b)

or by a licensed veterinary technician working under the indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian if the dog is in a shelter and is owned by the shelter;

Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

The owner of the dog will be responsible for keeping a valid rabies vaccination certificate or exemption certificate in their possession for inspection by an animal control officer, the Department, or the Division, if deemed necessary.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any person owning a dog 6 months of age or older in this State shall have that dog vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(d) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any animal that receives a certificate of exemption under this section must be treated as unvaccinated in case of potential rabies exposure.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b), (c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Certification that the animal is exempt from vaccination shall be valid for a period of 1 year from the date of the issuance of the certificate of exemption, after which time the animal shall be re-examined by a licensed veterinarian and vaccinated against rabies or a new certificate of exemption shall be issued to the animal’s owner.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(h) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined $25. No penalty imposed by this section shall be suspended.

Driver license

binds: Every person desiring to operate a motor vehicle · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Taking up residence in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(a) Every person desiring to operate a motor vehicle shall, within 60 days after taking up residence in this State, apply to the Secretary and obtain the proper license.

(a) Every application for an operator’s license shall be made on an application form furnished by the Department. The original application shall be verified by the applicant before a person authorized to administer oaths. (b) Every application shall state the name, social security number, if eligible, date of birth, sex and residence address of the applicant and whether or not the applicant has previously been licensed as an operator, and, if so, when and by what state and whether or not such license has ever been suspended or revoked and, if so, the date of and reason for such suspension or revocation. (c) Regardless of the age of the applicant, the Division shall require documentary evidence satisfactory to the Division of the applicant’s name, date of birth, legal presence in the United States, Social Security number (if eligible), sex, and Delaware residence address. (d) Any applicant who is able to provide satisfactory documentary evidence of all information described in subsection (c) of this section except for legal presence in the United States, may be eligible for a class D license or a class D temporary instruction permit valid for driving privileges only, hereinafter referred to as a driving privilege card or permit. Federal law prohibits any person from being eligible for a commercial driver license without providing satisfactory documentary evidence of legal presence in the United States. (1) A driving privilege card or permit applicant must also provide the Division with satisfactory documentary evidence that the applicant, for each of the preceding 2 years, has: a. Filed a Delaware income tax return; or b. Resided in Delaware and been claimed as a dependent by an individual who has filed a Delaware income tax return. (2) A driving privilege card or permit applicant must have completed the procedures required under § 8595 of Title 11. (3) A driving privilege card or permit shall not be considered a valid form of identification for any purpose. (4) Every applicant for or holder of a driving privilege card or permit under this section shall be subject to all of the provisions of this and any other title that apply to applicants and holders of class D driver licenses, class D temporary instruction permits, and level 1 learner permits. (e) (1) Any male applicant who applies for an instruction permit or driver’s license or a renewal of any such permit or license and who is at least 18 years of age but less than 26 years of age shall be registered in compliance with the requirements of § 3 of the “Military Selective Service Act,” 50 U.S.C. App. § 453, as amended. (2) The Department shall forward in an electronic format the necessary personal information of the applicants identified in this subsection to the selective service system. The applicant’s signature on the application shall serve as an indication that the applicant either has already registered with the selective service system or that the applicant is authorizing the Department to forward to the selective service system the necessary information for such registration. The Department shall notify the applicant at the time of application that the applicant’s signature constitutes consent to registration with the selective service system, if the applicant is not already registered.

If missed

(b) Whoever violates subsection (a) of this section shall for the first offense be fined not less than $25 nor more than $100. For each subsequent like offense, the violator shall be fined not less than $50 nor more than $200, or imprisoned not less than 10 nor more than 30 days, or both.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(a) Every application for an operator’s license shall be made on an application form furnished by the Department. The original application shall be verified by the applicant before a person authorized to administer oaths.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(b) Every application shall state the name, social security number, if eligible, date of birth, sex and residence address of the applicant and whether or not the applicant has previously been licensed as an operator, and, if so, when and by what state and whether or not such license has ever been suspended or revoked and, if so, the date of and reason for such suspension or revocation.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(c) Regardless of the age of the applicant, the Division shall require documentary evidence satisfactory to the Division of the applicant’s name, date of birth, legal presence in the United States, Social Security number (if eligible), sex, and Delaware residence address.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(d) Any applicant who is able to provide satisfactory documentary evidence of all information described in subsection (c) of this section except for legal presence in the United States, may be eligible for a class D license or a class D temporary instruction permit valid for driving privileges only, hereinafter referred to as a driving privilege card or permit. Federal law prohibits any person from being eligible for
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

a commercial driver license without providing satisfactory documentary evidence of legal presence in the United States.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(1) A driving privilege card or permit applicant must also provide the Division with satisfactory documentary evidence that the applicant, for each of the preceding 2 years, has:
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

a. Filed a Delaware income tax return; or
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

b. Resided in Delaware and been claimed as a dependent by an individual who has filed a Delaware income tax return.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(2) A driving privilege card or permit applicant must have completed the procedures required under § 8595 of Title 11.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(3) A driving privilege card or permit shall not be considered a valid form of identification for any purpose.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(d)(1)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(4) Every applicant for or holder of a driving privilege card or permit under this section shall be subject to all of the provisions of this and any other title that apply to applicants and holders of class D driver licenses, class D temporary instruction permits, and level 1 learner permits.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(e) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(e) (1) Any male applicant who applies for an instruction permit or driver’s license or a renewal of any such permit or license and who is at least 18 years of age but less than 26 years of age shall be registered in compliance with the requirements of § 3 of the “Military Selective Service Act,” 50 U.S.C. App. § 453, as amended.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(e); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(2) The Department shall forward in an electronic format the necessary personal information of the applicants identified in this subsection to the selective service system. The applicant’s signature on the application shall serve as an indication that the applicant either has already registered with the selective service system or that the applicant is authorizing the Department to forward to the selective service system the necessary information for such
Statute 21 Del. C. §2711(e); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

registration. The Department shall notify the applicant at the time of application that the applicant’s signature constitutes consent to registration with the selective service system, if the applicant is not already registered.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2704(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

Every person desiring to operate a motor vehicle shall, within 60 days after taking up residence in this State, apply to the Secretary and obtain the proper license.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2705(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

An individual while driving or operating a road roller, road machinery or any farm tractor or implement of husbandry temporarily drawn, moved or propelled on the highways;
Statute 21 Del. C. §2705(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

A member of the armed forces of the United States who is serving on active duty and any dependent of the member, if: a. The driver possesses a license to drive issued to the driver by the driver’s state of domicile; and b. The license authorizes the driver to drive in the driver’s state of domicile vehicles of the class that the driver is driving in this State; or
Statute 21 Del. C. §2704(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

Whoever violates subsection (a) of this section shall for the first offense be fined not less than $25 nor more than $100. For each subsequent like offense, the violator shall be fined not less than $50 nor more than $200, or imprisoned not less than 10 nor more than 30 days, or both.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2705(3), returning-service population and time limit verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

For not more than 30 days after the driver returns to the United States, a member of the armed forces of the United States who is returning from active duty outside the United States and any dependent of the member who is returning from residence with the member outside the United States, if:
Statute 21 Del. C. §2705(3)a–b, qualifying armed-forces license verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

a. The driver possesses a license to drive issued to the driver by the armed forces of the United States in a place outside the United States; and b. The license authorizes the driver to drive vehicles of the class that the driver is driving in this State.

Driver registration acknowledgment

binds: Every applicant for a driver’s license · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Every applicant for a driver’s license

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Every applicant for a driver’s license shall sign an acknowledgment provided by the Division that the applicant has received notice that registration in compliance with § 4120 of Title 11 is mandatory for any person who has been convicted in any other state of any offense which, if committed or attempted in this State, would have been punishable as 1 or more of the offenses referenced in § 4120(a) of Title 11.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2704(c); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

(c) The Division of Motor Vehicles shall provide notice of the obligation to register pursuant to § 4120 of Title 11 to each new resident applicant for a license to operate a motor vehicle. Every applicant for a driver’s license shall sign an acknowledgment provided by the Division that the applicant has received notice that registration in compliance with § 4120 of Title 11 is mandatory for any
Statute 21 Del. C. §2704(c); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

person who has been convicted in any other state of any offense which, if committed or attempted in this State, would have been punishable as 1 or more of the offenses referenced in § 4120(a) of Title 11, and that such registration must occur within 7 days of coming into any county, city or town in which the applicant temporarily resides or is domiciled for that length of
Statute 21 Del. C. §2704(c), complete acknowledgment closing clause; statutory notice text, not current §4120 mover clock verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c027/sc01/

and that such registration must occur within 7 days of coming into any county, city or town in which the applicant temporarily resides or is domiciled for that length of time.

Employer withholding

binds: Employer maintaining an office or transacting business within this State and making payment of wages or remuneration taxable under Chapter 11 and subject to withholding under the Internal Revenue Code · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Payment of wages or remuneration taxable under Chapter 11 and subject to withholding under the Internal Revenue Code

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Every employer maintaining an office, or transacting business, within this State and making payment of any wages or other remuneration taxable under this chapter to a resident or nonresident individual whose wages or other remuneration are subject to withholding under the Internal Revenue Code shall deduct and withhold from such wages for each payroll period a tax computed in such manner as to result, insofar as practicable, in withholding from the employee’s wages during each calendar year an amount substantially equivalent to the tax reasonably estimated to be due from the employee under this chapter with respect to the amount of such wages included in the taxable income during the calendar year. The State Tax Commissioner may enter into agreements with the tax departments of other states (which require income tax to be withheld from the payment of wages or other remuneration and salaries) so as to govern the amounts to be withheld from the wages and salaries of residents of such states under this chapter. Such agreements may provide for recognition of anticipated tax credits in determining the amounts to be withheld and, under rules prescribed by the State Tax Commissioner, may relieve employers in this State from withholding income tax on wages or other remuneration and salaries paid to nonresident employees. The agreements authorized by this subsection are subject to the condition that the tax department of such other states grant similar treatment to residents of this State. Every employer required to deduct and withhold tax under this chapter shall file a withholding return as prescribed by the Division of Revenue and pay over such tax to the Division of Revenue, or to a depository designated by the Division of Revenue, at the statutory filing frequency. The Division of Revenue may modify the filing frequency defined in paragraphs (a)(1)-(3) of this section for any taxpayer, in response to a request from the taxpayer, upon a showing by the taxpayer that they would suffer a hardship if required to comply with the statutory filing frequency.

Exceptions on record

30 Del. C. §1154(b)

The Division of Revenue may modify the filing frequency defined in paragraphs (a)(1)-(3) of this section for any taxpayer, in response to a request from the taxpayer, upon a showing by the taxpayer that they would suffer a hardship if required to comply with the statutory filing frequency.

30 Del. C. §1151(c), contiguous segment 1/2

The State Tax Commissioner may enter into agreements with the tax departments of other states (which require income tax to be withheld from the payment of wages or other remuneration and salaries) so as to govern the amounts to be withheld from the wages and salaries of residents of such states under this chapter. Such agreements may provide for recognition of anticipated tax credits in determining the amounts to be withheld and, under rules prescribed by the State

30 Del. C. §1151(c), contiguous segment 2/2

Tax Commissioner, may relieve employers in this State from withholding income tax on wages or other remuneration and salaries paid to nonresident employees. The agreements authorized by this subsection are subject to the condition that the tax department of such other states grant similar treatment to residents of this State.

Statute 30 Del. C. §1151(a), first sentence, contiguous segment 1/2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

Every employer maintaining an office, or transacting business, within this State and making payment of any wages or other remuneration taxable under this chapter to a resident or nonresident individual whose wages or other remuneration are subject to withholding under the Internal Revenue Code shall deduct and withhold from such wages for each payroll period a tax computed in such manner as to result, insofar as practicable, in withholding from the employee’s wages during each calendar year an
Statute 30 Del. C. §1151(a), first sentence, contiguous segment 2/2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

amount substantially equivalent to the tax reasonably estimated to be due from the employee under this chapter with respect to the amount of such wages included in the taxable income during the calendar year.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1154(a), lead-in verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

Every employer required to deduct and withhold tax under this chapter shall file a withholding return as prescribed by the Division of Revenue and pay over such tax to the Division of Revenue, or to a depository designated by the Division of Revenue, at a frequency to be determined as follows:

Estimated tax 2026

binds: Resident or non-resident individual for taxable year 2026 · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Tax due in excess of withholding can reasonably be expected to exceed $800.00

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Make a declaration of estimated tax for the taxable year 2026 if tax due in excess of withholding can reasonably be expected to exceed $800.00. File or pay on or before April 30, or on such later dates as specified for a fiscal year or changes in income, exemptions or deductions. Estimated tax may be paid in full with the first declaration or in equal installments on the remaining payment dates.

If at least two-thirds of gross income is derived from farming or fishing, a declaration may be filed on or before January 15 of the following year with payment for the entire taxable year and a return on or before April 30; or file a return and pay tax in full on or before March 1 of the succeeding year, otherwise ignoring the declaration provisions. Payment of estimated tax is not required if there was no tax liability for the preceding year, provided such year was a twelve-month period. The application to taxable years of less than 12 months shall be in accordance with rules prescribed by the State Tax Commissioner.

Exceptions on record

2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 10, continuation on page 2

Payment of estimated tax is not required if there was no tax liability for the preceding year, provided such year was a twelve-month period.

30 Del. C. §1170(b)

The application of this section to taxable years of less than 12 months shall be in accordance with rules prescribed by the State Tax Commissioner.

Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 2 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

Every resident and non-resident individual shall make a declaration of estimated tax for the taxable year if the tax due in excess of withholding can reasonably be expected to exceed $800.00.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1170(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

The declaration and payment of estimated tax shall be filed or paid, as the case may be, on or before the dates prescribed by the laws of the United States for filing declarations and payment of estimated federal income tax, except that the State Tax Commissioner may establish other dates for filing declarations and payment of estimated tax.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1169(a), first sentence verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

Every resident and nonresident individual or trust shall make a declaration of estimated tax for the taxable year in such form as the Director of Revenue may prescribe, if the estimated tax can reasonably be expected to exceed $800.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1169(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

The term “estimated tax” means the amount which the individual or trust estimates to be the individual’s or trust’s income tax under this chapter for the taxable year, less the amount which the individual or trust estimates to be the sum of any credits allowable for tax withheld.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 5 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

you may file a Declaration on or before January 15 of the following year, pay the indicated Estimated Tax for the entire taxable year, and file a return on or before April 30,
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 5 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

or file a return and pay the tax in full on or before March 1 of the succeeding year, otherwise ignoring the provisions concerning Declaration of Estimated Tax.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 5 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

If at least two-thirds of your gross income is derived from farming or fishing,
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 3 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

Your Declaration of Estimated Income Tax shall be filed or paid on or before April 30, or on such later dates as specified in instructions 6, 7, and 8.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 6 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

If you file income tax return on a fiscal year basis, your dates for filing the Declaration of Estimated Income Tax will be the 30th day of the fourth month and the 15th day of the sixth and ninth months of your current fiscal year and the 15th day of the first month of the next fiscal year.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 8 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

The last installment must be mailed no later than January 15 of the following year.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 7(a) verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

January 15 of the following year if the change occurs after September 1.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 7(a) verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

June 15, if the change occurs after April 1 and before June 2;
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 7(a) verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

The Estimated Tax may be paid in full at the time of filing the Declaration or in equal installments on the remaining payment dates.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 7(a) verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

September 15 if the change occurs after June 1 and before September 2;
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 7(a) verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

Even though your situation on April 30 is such that you are not required to file a Declaration at that time, if your expected income, exemption(s) or deduction(s) change, you may be required to file a Declaration later.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, item 8 verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

Your Estimated Tax may be paid in full with the first Declaration filed for the tax year, or in equal installments on or before April 30, June 15, September 15, and January 15 of the following year.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1170(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/Title30.pdf

Payment of the estimated income tax, or any installment thereof, shall be considered payment on account of the income tax imposed under the provisions of this chapter for the taxable year.
Form instructions 2026 PIT-EST instructions, page1 heading verified Oct 2026

https://revenuefiles.delaware.gov/2025/PITForms_Instructions/Instructions/PIT-EST_Instructions_2026-01.pdf

Declaration of Estimated Income Tax for Individuals 2026

Exotic animal disease report

binds: Owners or custodians of exotics · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Contagious, infectious or zoonotic agent infecting or carried by the exotic

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

It is the duty of all governmental agencies, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, permit holders, rehabilitators, and owners or custodians of exotics to promptly report to the State Veterinarian and the Department any contagious, infectious or zoonotic disease, agent or organism infecting or carried by an exotic animal.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §5.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

It is the duty of all governmental agencies, veterinarians, veterinary technicians, permit holders, rehabilitators, and owners or custodians of exotics to promptly report to the State Veterinarian and the Department any contagious, infectious or zoonotic disease, agent or organism infecting or carried by an exotic animal.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.1.3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

Exempt exotics are subject to the regulations 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 11.4.6, 12.0, and 14.2.2.

Exotic animal transport

binds: Owner or custodian of an exotic · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Exotic to be moved from one location to another

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If an exotic is to be moved from one location to another for any reason, the exotic shall be transported in a cage or other container that will be strong enough to prevent its escape while in transport, that will protect the public from physical contact with the exotic and that meets the exotic's welfare requirements.

Exempt exotics are subject to the regulations 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 11.4.6, 12.0, and 14.2.2.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.1.3

Exempt exotics are subject to the regulations 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 11.4.6, 12.0, and 14.2.2.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §11.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

If an exotic is to be moved from one location to another for any reason, the exotic shall be transported in a cage or other container that will be strong enough to prevent its escape while in transport, that will protect the public from physical contact with the exotic and that meets the exotic's welfare requirements.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §3.0 owner/custodian verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

"Owner" means a person who owns an exotic animal. An owner has or holds the exotic animal as property.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §3.0 custodian verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

"Custodian" means a person who possesses or cares for an exotic animal. A custodian has immediate charge and control of the exotic.

Exotic pet import permit

binds: Owner or custodian of an exotic animal kept as a pet · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Moving to reside in the State of Delaware with an exotic pet

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall bring into this State, possess, sell or exhibit any live wild mammal or hybrid of a wild mammal or live reptile not native to or generally found in Delaware without first securing a permit under this chapter. When an exotic is kept as a pet, the owner or custodian of the exotic must apply to the Department for an Individual Permit on a form supplied by the Department. ... The owner or custodian must obtain a separate Individual Permit for each exotic animal kept as a pet. If an animal species is determined to be invasive, the sale, trade, breeding, import, barter, gifting, release into the wild, and auction of the animal species is prohibited. Initial applications must be filed with the Department prior to acquiring the exotic and prior to moving to reside in the State of Delaware with an exotic pet(s). Initial applications do not apply to exempt exotics (regulation 6.1).The State Veterinarian, for good causes shown, and upon written request of the owner/ custodian may grant an extension of time to apply for an initial permit. Unless specifically exempt from the permitting requirement as presented in regulation 6.1, all persons who would own or have custody of an exotic animal must first obtain a permit issued by the Department.

The following exotics are exempt from the permitting requirement of the Department: ... Mammals: Chinchillas, Degus, Ferrets, Gerbils, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Hedgehogs, Mice, Norway rats, Possums, Rabbits and Sugar gliders. Reptiles: Anoles, Agamas, Asian Water Dragons, Basilisks, Bearded dragons, Chameleons, Geckos, Iguanas, Skinks (except the five-lined skink), Swift lizards, and Tegus. Provide the Department with satisfactory proof that the exotic animal will be confined within two enclosures, designated herein as primary and secondary. The primary enclosure shall be a pen, cage or other structure where the exotic will be kept and which must be of sturdy and escape-proof construction. The primary enclosure must be consistent in size, structure, lighting, temperature control, and ventilation according to the welfare standards prescribed in the scientific literature or in the USDA regulations for the species being enclosed. The permit applicant is required to demonstrate knowledge of enclosure and welfare standards for the species under consideration with the application. The secondary enclosure must be sufficient to prevent the exotic animal from escaping from the property of the owner or custodian should it be set free or escape from its primary enclosure. The secondary enclosure must ensure there will be no physical contact between members of the public and the exotic. The secondary enclosure must prevent the exotic from escaping the premises if it is out of its primary enclosure. Provide the Department with a copy of an emergency evacuation plan upon request. Provide the Department with a copy of an animal attack protocol upon request. Exempt exotics are subject to the regulations 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 11.4.6, 12.0, and 14.2.2. If you rent, DDA will need written confirmation from the landlord allowing exotic species submitted with application. Complete description of the type of housing that will be used to house the exotic animal(s). Also include the type of security precautions that area being taken. Proof of housing should include a photograph: Attached $25 Individual Permit Application fee (per animal) to the Delaware Department of Agriculture. 4.7 The State Veterinarian will not issue Individual, Exhibitor or Sales permits for gila monsters, beaded lizards or komodo dragons.

If missed

Whoever violates this chapter shall for each offense be fined not more than $500, imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.1.3

Exempt exotics are subject to the regulations 1.0, 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 11.4.6, 12.0, and 14.2.2.

3 DE Admin. Code 903 §4.7 prohibited species

4.7 The State Veterinarian will not issue Individual, Exhibitor or Sales permits for gila monsters, beaded lizards or komodo dragons. TITLE3 AGRICULTURE DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 3

3 DE Admin. Code 903 §§6.1–6.1.1

The following exotics are exempt from the permitting requirement of the Department: ... Mammals: Chinchillas, Degus, Ferrets, Gerbils, Guinea pigs, Hamsters, Hedgehogs, Mice, Norway rats, Possums, Rabbits and Sugar gliders.

3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.1.2

Reptiles: Anoles, Agamas, Asian Water Dragons, Basilisks, Bearded dragons, Chameleons, Geckos, Iguanas, Skinks (except the five-lined skink), Swift lizards, and Tegus.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §8.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

Initial applications must be filed with the Department prior to acquiring the exotic and prior to moving to reside in the State of Delaware with an exotic pet(s). Initial applications do not apply to exempt exotics (regulation 6.1).The State Veterinarian, for good causes shown, and upon written request of the owner/ custodian may grant an extension of time to apply for an initial permit.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

Unless specifically exempt from the permitting requirement as presented in regulation 6.1, all persons who would own or have custody of an exotic animal must first obtain a permit issued by the Department.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §3.0 exotic and pet definitions verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

"Exotic" means a live wild mammal, hybrid of a wild mammal, and a live reptile not native to or generally found in Delaware. An exotic animal is ecologically foreign to Delaware.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §3.0 pet definition verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

"Pet" means an exotic animal that is kept for interest, companionship and amusement and is associated with a household.
Form instructions DDA Exotic Animal Permit Application pp1–2 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2025/10/DDAFillable-Exotic-Animal-Permit-Application.pdf

If you rent, DDA will need written confirmation from the landlord allowing exotic species submitted with application.
Form instructions DDA Exotic Animal Permit Application pp1–2 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2025/10/DDAFillable-Exotic-Animal-Permit-Application.pdf

Complete description of the type of housing that will be used to house the exotic animal(s). Also include the type of security precautions that area being taken. Proof of housing should include a photograph:
Form instructions DDA Exotic Animal Permit Application pp1–2 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2025/10/DDAFillable-Exotic-Animal-Permit-Application.pdf

Attached $25 Individual Permit Application fee (per animal) to the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
Statute 3 Del. C. §7201 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

No person shall bring into this State, possess, sell or exhibit any live wild mammal or hybrid of a wild mammal or live reptile not native to or generally found in Delaware without first securing a permit under this chapter.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §7.1.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

When an exotic is kept as a pet, the owner or custodian of the exotic must apply to the Department for an Individual Permit on a form supplied by the Department. ... The owner or custodian must obtain a separate Individual Permit for each exotic animal kept as a pet.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

Provide the Department with satisfactory proof that the exotic animal will be confined within two enclosures, designated herein as primary and secondary.
Statute 3 Del. C. §7203 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Whoever violates this chapter shall for each offense be fined not more than $500, imprisoned not more than 30 days, or both.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 906 §3.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/906/cdb9a277-7f81-46cd-82c6-9d1e71a58d0d

If an animal species is determined to be invasive, the sale, trade, breeding, import, barter, gifting, release into the wild, and auction of the animal species is prohibited.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 906 §§4.1–4.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/906/cdb9a277-7f81-46cd-82c6-9d1e71a58d0d

Potbellied pigs ... Feral swine of any kind
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2.1.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

The primary enclosure shall be a pen, cage or other structure where the exotic will be kept and which must be of sturdy and escape-proof construction.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2.1.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

The primary enclosure must be consistent in size, structure, lighting, temperature control, and ventilation according to the welfare standards prescribed in the scientific literature or in the USDA regulations for the species being enclosed. The permit applicant is required to demonstrate knowledge of enclosure and welfare standards for the species under consideration with the application.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

The secondary enclosure must be sufficient to prevent the exotic animal from escaping from the property of the owner or custodian should it be set free or escape from its primary enclosure. The secondary enclosure must ensure there will be no physical contact between members of the public and the exotic. The secondary enclosure must prevent the exotic from escaping the premises if it is out of its primary enclosure.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

Provide the Department with a copy of an emergency evacuation plan upon request.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §6.2.3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

Provide the Department with a copy of an animal attack protocol upon request.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 903 §7.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/903/2476bd33-f815-4845-8481-07980303bd35

An Individual Permit is not transferable, is valid for three years, and must be renewed in accordance with regulation 9.1.

Ferret rabies vaccination

binds: Any person owning a ferret 6 months of age or older in this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Owning a ferret 6 months of age or older in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Any person owning a ferret 6 months of age or older in this State shall have the ferret vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian The owner of the ferret is responsible for keeping a valid rabies vaccination certificate or exemption certificate in that owner’s possession for inspection by an animal welfare officer, the Department, or the Division.

exemption from vaccination against rabies may be permitted if a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and based on the veterinarian’s professional judgment, has certified in writing that at the time, vaccination would endanger the animal’s health because of its infirmity, disability, illness, or other medical considerations Certification that the animal is exempt from vaccination shall be valid for a period of 1 year from the date of the issuance of the certificate of exemption, after which time the animal shall be re-examined by a licensed veterinarian and vaccinated against rabies or a new certificate of exemption shall be issued to the animal’s owner.

If missed

Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined $25. No penalty imposed by this section shall be suspended. Any animal that receives a certificate of exemption under this section must be treated as unvaccinated in case of potential rabies exposure.

Exceptions on record

3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b), (c)

exemption from vaccination against rabies may be permitted if a licensed veterinarian has examined the animal and based on the veterinarian’s professional judgment, has certified in writing that at the time, vaccination would endanger the animal’s health because of its infirmity, disability, illness, or other medical considerations

Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

The owner of the ferret is responsible for keeping a valid rabies vaccination certificate or exemption certificate in that owner’s possession for inspection by an animal welfare officer, the Department, or the Division.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any person owning a ferret 6 months of age or older in this State shall have the ferret vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(d) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any animal that receives a certificate of exemption under this section must be treated as unvaccinated in case of potential rabies exposure.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(a)(1), (b), (c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Certification that the animal is exempt from vaccination shall be valid for a period of 1 year from the date of the issuance of the certificate of exemption, after which time the animal shall be re-examined by a licensed veterinarian and vaccinated against rabies or a new certificate of exemption shall be issued to the animal’s owner.
Statute 3 Del. C. §8204(h) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Any person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined $25. No penalty imposed by this section shall be suspended.

Financial responsibility limits

binds: The owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Operate or authorize any other person to operate such vehicle

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State, other than a self-insurer pursuant to §2904, shall operate or authorize any other person to operate the vehicle unless the owner has insurance providing the minimum insurance coverage. Liability limits, exclusive of interest and costs, are $25,000 for bodily injury to or death of 1 person in any 1 accident, $50,000 for 2 or more persons, subject to the limit for 1 person, and $10,000 for injury to or destruction of property of others in any 1 accident. Compensation for reasonable and necessary expenses incurred within 2 years from the accident includes medical, hospital, dental, surgical, medicine, x-ray, ambulance, prosthetic services, professional nursing and funeral services; net lost earnings; and extra expenses for personal services. Minimum limits for these payments are $15,000 for any 1 person and $30,000 for all persons injured in any 1 accident. Funeral compensation shall not exceed $5,000. Surgical or dental procedures medically ascertainable but impractical or impossible during the 2-year period require a qualified medical practitioner to verify in writing within 2 years that they will be necessary; related treatment and lost earnings are payable, with lost earnings limited to the period of time reasonably necessary to recover, not to exceed 90 days. Coverage is applicable to occupants and other injured persons other than an occupant of another motor vehicle, with the requirements for named insureds, households, pedestrians and passengers in paragraphs (a)(2)c-e. The owner may elect reductions applicable to expenses from injury to the owner or household, in accordance with insurer filings with the Department of Insurance. A motorcycle owner may elect to exclude expenses from injury while not on a highway and when no other vehicle was involved by actual collision or contact. This election must be in writing and signed by the owner; insurers may not require the reductions. Compensation for accident property damage has a $10,000 minimum, other than damage to motor vehicles, aircraft, watercraft, self-propelled mobile equipment and property in or upon them. The owner may elect to exclude in whole or in part insured-vehicle damage and loss-of-use coverage in accordance with insurer filings. Only policies validly issued by companies authorized to write the required insurance in this State satisfy the requirements. Conditions and exclusions customary to liability, casualty and property insurance must not be inconsistent with these requirements; there shall be no exclusion for bodily injury or death to the extent that benefits are payable or required under workers’ compensation law.

If missed

The owner shall not operate or authorize any other person to operate such vehicle unless the owner has insurance on such motor vehicle providing the minimum insurance coverage.

Exceptions on record

21 Del. C. §2118(f)

The coverage described in paragraphs (a)(1)-(4) of this section may be subject to conditions and exclusions customary to the field of liability, casualty and property insurance and not inconsistent with the requirements of this section, except there shall be no exclusion to any person who sustains bodily injury or death to the extent that benefits therefore are in whole or in part either payable or required to be provided under any workers’ compensation law.

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(4) second paragraph

The owner of the motor vehicle may elect to exclude, in whole or in part, the coverage described in this paragraph by the use of certain deductibles and exclusions in accordance with filings made by the insurer with the Department of Insurance.

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)g

The coverage required by this paragraph shall be considered excess over any similar insurance for passengers, other than Delaware residents, when the accident occurs outside the State.

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)e

The coverage required in this paragraph shall apply to pedestrians only if they are injured by an accident with any motor vehicle within the State except as to named insureds or members of their households to the extent they must be covered pursuant to paragraph (a)(2)d. of this section.

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)f, contiguous segment 1/4

The owner of a vehicle may elect to have the coverage described in this paragraph written subject to certain deductibles, waiting periods, sublimits, percentage reductions, excess provisions and similar reductions offered by insurers in accordance with filings made by such insurers with the Department of Insurance; applicable to expenses incurred as a result of injury to the owner of a vehicle or members of the owner’s household; provided that the owner of a motorcycle may elect to exclude

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)f, contiguous segment 2/4

from such coverage expenses incurred as a result of injury to any person riding such vehicle while not on a highway and in any case of injury when no other vehicle was involved by actual collision or contact. This election must be made in writing and signed by the owner of the vehicle; insurers issuing such policies may not require such reductions. For all policies having a deductible pursuant to this paragraph the insured shall receive in writing

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)f, contiguous segment 3/4

as a separate document a full explanation of all deductible options available, and the insured shall sign such written explanation acknowledging receipt of a copy of same. In addition the insured shall sign a separate statement acknowledging the specific deductible the insured is selecting and the related cost for the policies with such deductible. An insured person may not plead and introduce into evidence in an action for damages against a tortfeasor the amount of the deductible; however,

21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)f, contiguous segment 4/4

insurers shall recover any deductible for their insureds or their household members pursuant to subsection (g) of this section. Any notices or documents required under this section may be delivered in compliance with the provisions of § 107 of Title 18.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Only insurance policies validly issued by companies authorized to write in this State all the kinds of insurance embodied in the required coverages shall satisfy the requirements of this section.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

No owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State, other than a self-insurer pursuant to § 2904 of this title, shall operate or authorize any other person to operate such vehicle unless the owner has insurance on such motor vehicle providing the following minimum insurance coverage:
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Indemnity from legal liability for bodily injury, death or property damage arising out of ownership, maintenance or use of the vehicle to the limit, exclusive of interest and costs, of at least the limits prescribed by the Financial Responsibility Law of this State.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2902(b)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c029/sc01/

subject to limits exclusive of interest and costs, with respect to each such motor vehicle, as follows: $25,000, because of bodily injury to or death of 1 person in any 1 accident and, subject to said limit for 1 person $50,000, because of bodily injury to or death of 2 or more persons in any 1 accident, and $10,000, because of injury to or destruction of property of others in any 1 accident.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(4) first paragraph verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Compensation for damage to the insured motor vehicle, including loss of use of the motor vehicle, not to exceed the actual cash value of the vehicle at the time of the loss and $10 per day, with a maximum payment of $300, for loss of use of such vehicle.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a.5 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

“Injured person” for the purposes of this section shall include the personal representative of an estate; provided, however, that if a death occurs, the “net amount of lost earnings” shall include only that sum attributable to the period prior to the death of the person so injured.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a lead verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Compensation to injured persons for reasonable and necessary expenses incurred within 2 years from the date of the accident for:
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a.4 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Extra expenses for personal services which would have been performed by the injured person had they not been injured.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a.3, contiguous segment 1/2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Where a qualified medical practitioner shall, within 2 years from the date of an accident, verify in writing that surgical or dental procedures will be necessary and are then medically ascertainable but impractical or impossible to perform during that 2-year period, the cost of such dental or surgical procedures, including expenses for related medical treatment, and the net amount of lost earnings lost in connection with such dental or surgical procedures shall be payable. Such lost earnings shall
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a.3, contiguous segment 2/2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

be limited to the period of time that is reasonably necessary to recover from such surgical or dental procedures but not to exceed 90 days. The payment of these costs shall be either at the time they are ascertained or at the time they are actually incurred, at the insurer’s option.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a.2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Net amount of lost earnings. Lost earnings shall include net lost earnings of a self-employed person.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)a.1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Medical, hospital, dental, surgical, medicine, x-ray, ambulance, prosthetic services, professional nursing and funeral services. Compensation for funeral services, including all customary charges and the cost of a burial plot for 1 person, shall not exceed the sum of $5,000. Compensation may include expenses for any nonmedical remedial care and treatment rendered in accordance with a recognized religious method of healing.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)b verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

The minimum insurance coverage which will satisfy the requirements of subparagraph a. of this paragraph (a)(2)a. of this section is a minimum limit for the total of all payments which must be made pursuant to that subparagraph of $15,000 for any 1 person and $30,000 for all persons injured in any 1 accident.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)d verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

The coverage required by this paragraph shall also be applicable to the named insureds and members of their households for accidents which occur through being injured by an accident with any motor vehicle other than a Delaware insured motor vehicle while a pedestrian or while occupying any registered motor vehicle other than a Delaware registered insured motor vehicle, in any state of the United States, its territories or possessions or Canada.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(2)c verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

The coverage required by this paragraph shall be applicable to each person occupying such motor vehicle and to any other person injured in an accident involving such motor vehicle, other than an occupant of another motor vehicle.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(e) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Policies purporting to satisfy the requirements of this section shall contain a provision which states that, notwithstanding any of the other terms and conditions of the policy, the coverage afforded shall be at least as extensive as the minimum coverage required by this section.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a)(3) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Compensation for damage to property arising as a result of an accident involving the motor vehicle, other than damage to a motor vehicle, aircraft, watercraft, self-propelled mobile equipment and any property in or upon any of the aforementioned, with the minimum limits of $10,000 for any 1 accident.

Foreign corporation qualification

binds: Foreign corporation · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Do any business in this State, through or by branch offices, agents or representatives located in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No foreign corporation shall do any business in this State, through or by branch offices, agents or representatives located in this State, until it shall have paid to the Secretary of State of this State for the use of this State, $80, and shall have filed in the office of the Secretary of State: (1) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its incorporation evidencing its corporate existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto; (2) A statement executed by an authorized officer of each corporation setting forth (i) the name and address of its registered agent in this State, which agent may be any of the foreign corporation itself, an individual resident in this State, a domestic corporation, a domestic partnership (whether general (including a limited liability partnership) or limited (including a limited liability limited partnership)), a domestic limited liability company, a domestic statutory trust, a foreign corporation (other than the foreign corporation itself), a foreign partnership (whether general (including a limited liability partnership) or limited (including a limited liability limited partnership)), a foreign limited liability company or a foreign statutory trust, (ii) a statement, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, of the assets and liabilities of the corporation, and (iii) the business it proposes to do in this State, and a statement that it is authorized to do that business in the jurisdiction of its incorporation. The statement shall be acknowledged in accordance with § 103 of this title.

As used in this chapter, the words “foreign corporation” mean a corporation organized under the laws of any jurisdiction other than this State. No foreign corporation shall be required to comply with §§ 371 and 372 of this title, under any of the following conditions: (1) If it is in the mail order or a similar business, merely receiving orders by mail or otherwise in pursuance of letters, circulars, catalogs or other forms of advertising, or solicitation, accepting the orders outside this State, and filling them with goods shipped into this State; (2) If it employs salespersons, either resident or traveling, to solicit orders in this State, either by display of samples or otherwise (whether or not maintaining sales offices in this State), all orders being subject to approval at the offices of the corporation without this State, and all goods applicable to the orders being shipped in pursuance thereof from without this State to the vendee or to the seller or such seller’s agent for delivery to the vendee, and if any samples kept within this State are for display or advertising purposes only, and no sales, repairs or replacements are made from stock on hand in this State; (3) If it sells, by contract consummated outside this State, and agrees, by the contract, to deliver into this State, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within this State requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as a part of the contract of sale agrees to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (4) If its business operations within this State, although not falling within the terms of paragraphs (a)(1), (2) and (3) of this section or any of them, are nevertheless wholly interstate in character; (5) If it is an insurance company doing business in this State; (6) If it creates, as borrower or lender, or acquires, evidences of debt, mortgages or liens on real or personal property; (7) If it secures or collects debts or enforces any rights in property securing the same.

Exceptions on record

8 Del. C. §373(a), seven conditions excepted from §§371/372

them, are nevertheless wholly interstate in character; ---(5) If it is an insurance company doing business in this State; ---(6) If it creates, as borrower or lender, or acquires, evidences of debt, mortgages or liens on real or personal property; ---(7) If it secures or collects debts or enforces any rights in property securing the same.

8 Del. C. §373(a), seven conditions excepted from §§371/372

No foreign corporation shall be required to comply with §§ 371 and 372 of this title, under any of the following conditions: ---(1) If it is in the mail order or a similar business, merely receiving orders by mail or otherwise in pursuance of letters, circulars, catalogs or other forms of advertising, or solicitation, accepting the orders outside this State, and filling them with goods shipped into this State; ---(2)

8 Del. C. §373(a), seven conditions excepted from §§371/372

If it employs salespersons, either resident or traveling, to solicit orders in this State, either by display of samples or otherwise (whether or not maintaining sales offices in this State), all orders being subject to approval at the offices of the corporation without this State, and all goods applicable to the orders being shipped in pursuance thereof from without this State to the vendee or to the seller or such

8 Del. C. §373(a), seven conditions excepted from §§371/372

seller’s agent for delivery to the vendee, and if any samples kept within this State are for display or advertising purposes only, and no sales, repairs or replacements are made from stock on hand in this State; ---(3) If it sells, by contract consummated outside this State, and agrees, by the contract, to deliver into this State, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within this

8 Del. C. §373(a), seven conditions excepted from §§371/372

State requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as a part of the contract of sale agrees to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; ---(4) If its business operations within this State, although not falling within the terms of paragraphs (a)(1), (2) and (3) of this section or any of

Statute 8 Del. C. §371(b), qualification and filings verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title8/Title8.pdf

No foreign corporation shall do any business in this State, through or by branch offices, agents or representatives located in this State, until it shall have paid to the Secretary of State of this State for the use of this State, $80, and shall have filed in the office of the Secretary of State: ---(1) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing
Statute 8 Del. C. §371(b), qualification and filings verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title8/Title8.pdf

date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its incorporation evidencing its corporate existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto; ---(2) A statement executed by an authorized officer of each corporation setting forth (i) the name and address of its registered agent in this State, which agent may be any of the foreign corporation
Statute 8 Del. C. §371(b), qualification and filings verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title8/Title8.pdf

itself, an individual resident in this State, a domestic corporation, a domestic partnership (whether general (including a limited liability partnership) or limited (including a limited liability limited partnership)), a domestic limited liability company, a domestic statutory trust, a foreign corporation (other than the foreign corporation itself), a foreign partnership (whether general (including a limited liability partnership) or limited (including a limited liability limited partnership)), a foreign limited liability company or
Statute 8 Del. C. §371(b), qualification and filings verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title8/Title8.pdf

a foreign statutory trust, (ii) a statement, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, of the assets and liabilities of the corporation, and (iii) the business it proposes to do in this State, and a statement that it is authorized to do that business in the jurisdiction of its incorporation. The statement shall be acknowledged in accordance with § 103 of this title.
Statute 8 Del. C. §371(a), foreign corporation definition verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title8/Title8.pdf

As used in this chapter, the words “foreign corporation” mean a corporation organized under the laws of any jurisdiction other than this State.

Foreign limited partnership registration

binds: Foreign limited partnership · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Before doing business in the State of Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Before doing business in the State of Delaware, a foreign limited partnership shall register with the Secretary of State. In order to register, a foreign limited partnership shall submit to the Secretary of State: (1) A copy of an application for registration as a foreign limited partnership, executed by any person authorized to execute the application on behalf of the foreign limited partnership, setting forth: a. The name of the foreign limited partnership and, if different, the name under which it proposes to register and do business in the State of Delaware; b. The state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country where organized, the date of its organization and a statement that, as of the date of filing, the foreign limited partnership validly exists as a limited partnership under the laws of the jurisdiction of its organization; c. The nature of the business or purposes to be conducted or promoted in the State of Delaware; d. The address of the registered office and the name and address of the registered agent for service of process required to be maintained by § 17-904(b) of this title; e. A statement that the Secretary of State is appointed the agent of the foreign limited partnership for service of process under the circumstances set forth in § 17-910(b) of this title; f. The name and business, residence or mailing addresses of each of the general partners; and g. The date on which the foreign limited partnership first did, or intends to do, business in the State of Delaware. (2) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its formation evidencing its existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto. (3) A fee as set forth in § 17-1107(a)(6) of this title shall be paid.

(a) Activities of a foreign limited partnership in the State of Delaware that do not constitute doing business for the purpose of this subchapter include: (1) Maintaining, defending or settling an action or proceeding; (2) Holding meetings of its partners or carrying on any other activity concerning its internal affairs; (3) Maintaining bank accounts; (4) Maintaining offices or agencies for the transfer, exchange or registration of the limited partnership’s own securities or maintaining trustees or depositories with respect to those securities; (5) Selling through independent contractors; (6) Soliciting or obtaining orders, whether by mail or through employees or agents or otherwise, if the orders require acceptance outside the State of Delaware before they become contracts; (7) Selling, by contract consummated outside the State of Delaware, and agreeing, by the contract, to deliver into the State of Delaware, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within the State of Delaware requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as part of the contract of sale agreeing to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (8) Creating, as borrower or lender, or acquiring indebtedness with or without a mortgage or other security interest in property; (9) Collecting debts or foreclosing mortgages or other security interests in property securing the debts, and holding, protecting and maintaining property so acquired; (10) Conducting an isolated transaction that is not one in the course of similar transactions; (11) Doing business in interstate commerce; and (12) Doing business in the State of Delaware as an insurance company. (b) A person shall not be deemed to be doing business in the State of Delaware solely by reason of being a partner of a domestic limited partnership or a foreign limited partnership.

Exceptions on record

6 Del. C. §17-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

property so acquired; (10) Conducting an isolated transaction that is not one in the course of similar transactions; (11) Doing business in interstate commerce; and (12) Doing business in the State of Delaware as an insurance company. (b) A person shall not be deemed to be doing business in the State of Delaware solely by reason of being a partner of a domestic limited partnership or a foreign limited partnership.

6 Del. C. §17-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

(a) Activities of a foreign limited partnership in the State of Delaware that do not constitute doing business for the purpose of this subchapter include:

6 Del. C. §17-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

(1) Maintaining, defending or settling an action or proceeding; (2) Holding meetings of its partners or carrying on any other activity concerning its internal affairs; (3) Maintaining bank accounts; (4) Maintaining offices or agencies for the transfer, exchange or registration of the limited partnership’s own securities or maintaining trustees or depositories with respect to those securities; (5) Selling through independent contractors; (6) Soliciting or obtaining orders, whether by mail or

6 Del. C. §17-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

through employees or agents or otherwise, if the orders require acceptance outside the State of Delaware before they become contracts; (7) Selling, by contract consummated outside the State of Delaware, and agreeing, by the contract, to deliver into the State of Delaware, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within the State of Delaware requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not

6 Del. C. §17-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

generally available, and as part of the contract of sale agreeing to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (8) Creating, as borrower or lender, or acquiring indebtedness with or without a mortgage or other security interest in property; (9) Collecting debts or foreclosing mortgages or other security interests in property securing the debts, and holding, protecting and maintaining

Statute 6 Del. C. §17-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

Before doing business in the State of Delaware, a foreign limited partnership shall register with the Secretary of State. In order to register, a foreign limited partnership shall submit to the Secretary of State: (1) A copy of an application for registration as a foreign limited partnership, executed by any person authorized to execute the application on behalf of the foreign limited partnership, setting forth: a. The name of the
Statute 6 Del. C. §17-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

foreign limited partnership and, if different, the name under which it proposes to register and do business in the State of Delaware; b. The state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country where organized, the date of its organization and a statement that, as of the date of filing, the foreign limited partnership validly exists as a limited partnership under the laws of the jurisdiction of its organization; c. The
Statute 6 Del. C. §17-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

nature of the business or purposes to be conducted or promoted in the State of Delaware; d. The address of the registered office and the name and address of the registered agent for service of process required to be maintained by § 17-904(b) of this title; e. A statement that the Secretary of State is appointed the agent of the foreign limited partnership for service of process under the circumstances
Statute 6 Del. C. §17-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

set forth in § 17-910(b) of this title; f. The name and business, residence or mailing addresses of each of the general partners; and g. The date on which the foreign limited partnership first did, or intends to do, business in the State of Delaware. (2) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction
Statute 6 Del. C. §17-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

of its formation evidencing its existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto. (3) A fee as set forth in § 17-1107(a)(6) of this title shall be paid.

Foreign LLC registration

binds: Foreign limited liability company · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Before doing business in the State of Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Before doing business in the State of Delaware, a foreign limited liability company shall register with the Secretary of State. In order to register, a foreign limited liability company shall submit to the Secretary of State: (1) A copy executed by an authorized person of an application for registration as a foreign limited liability company, setting forth: a. The name of the foreign limited liability company and, if different, the name under which it proposes to register and do business in the State of Delaware; b. The state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country where formed, the date of its formation and a statement from an authorized person that, as of the date of filing, the foreign limited liability company validly exists as a limited liability company under the laws of the jurisdiction of its formation; c. The nature of the business or purposes to be conducted or promoted in the State of Delaware; d. The address of the registered office and the name and address of the registered agent for service of process required to be maintained by § 18-904(b) of this title; e. A statement that the Secretary of State is appointed the agent of the foreign limited liability company for service of process under the circumstances set forth in § 18-910(b) of this title; and f. The date on which the foreign limited liability company first did, or intends to do, business in the State of Delaware. (2) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its formation evidencing its existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto. (3) A fee as set forth in § 18-1105(a)(6) of this title shall be paid.

(a) Activities of a foreign limited liability company in the State of Delaware that do not constitute doing business for the purpose of this subchapter include: (1) Maintaining, defending or settling an action or proceeding; (2) Holding meetings of its members or managers or carrying on any other activity concerning its internal affairs; (3) Maintaining bank accounts; (4) Maintaining offices or agencies for the transfer, exchange or registration of the limited liability company’s own securities or maintaining trustees or depositories with respect to those securities; (5) Selling through independent contractors; (6) Soliciting or obtaining orders, whether by mail or through employees or agents or otherwise, if the orders require acceptance outside the State of Delaware before they become contracts; (7) Selling, by contract consummated outside the State of Delaware, and agreeing, by the contract, to deliver into the State of Delaware, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within the State of Delaware requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as part of the contract of sale agreeing to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (8) Creating, as borrower or lender, or acquiring indebtedness with or without a mortgage or other security interest in property; (9) Collecting debts or foreclosing mortgages or other security interests in property securing the debts, and holding, protecting and maintaining property so acquired; (10) Conducting an isolated transaction that is not 1 in the course of similar transactions; (11) Doing business in interstate commerce; and (12) Doing business in the State of Delaware as an insurance company. (b) A person shall not be deemed to be doing business in the State of Delaware solely by reason of being a member or manager of a domestic limited liability company or a foreign limited liability company.

Exceptions on record

6 Del. C. §18-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

(b) A person shall not be deemed to be doing business in the State of Delaware solely by reason of being a member or manager of a domestic limited liability company or a foreign limited liability company.

6 Del. C. §18-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

(a) Activities of a foreign limited liability company in the State of Delaware that do not constitute doing business for the purpose of this subchapter include: (1) Maintaining, defending or settling an action or proceeding; (2) Holding meetings of its members or managers or carrying on any other activity concerning its internal affairs; (3) Maintaining bank accounts; (4) Maintaining offices or agencies for the transfer, exchange or registration of the

6 Del. C. §18-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

limited liability company’s own securities or maintaining trustees or depositories with respect to those securities; (5) Selling through independent contractors; (6) Soliciting or obtaining orders, whether by mail or through employees or agents or otherwise, if the orders require acceptance outside the State of Delaware before they become contracts; (7) Selling, by contract consummated outside the State of Delaware, and agreeing, by the contract, to deliver into the State of

6 Del. C. §18-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

Delaware, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within the State of Delaware requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as part of the contract of sale agreeing to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (8) Creating, as borrower or lender, or acquiring indebtedness with or

6 Del. C. §18-912(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

without a mortgage or other security interest in property; (9) Collecting debts or foreclosing mortgages or other security interests in property securing the debts, and holding, protecting and maintaining property so acquired; (10) Conducting an isolated transaction that is not 1 in the course of similar transactions; (11) Doing business in interstate commerce; and (12) Doing business in the State of Delaware as an insurance company.

Statute 6 Del. C. §18-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

Before doing business in the State of Delaware, a foreign limited liability company shall register with the Secretary of State. In order to register, a foreign limited liability company shall submit to the Secretary of State:
Statute 6 Del. C. §18-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

(1) A copy executed by an authorized person of an application for registration as a foreign limited liability company, setting forth: a. The name of the foreign limited liability company and, if different, the name under which it proposes to register and do business in the State of Delaware; b. The state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country where formed, the date of its formation and a statement from
Statute 6 Del. C. §18-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

an authorized person that, as of the date of filing, the foreign limited liability company validly exists as a limited liability company under the laws of the jurisdiction of its formation; c. The nature of the business or purposes to be conducted or promoted in the State of Delaware; d. The address of the registered office and the name and address of the registered agent for service of process required
Statute 6 Del. C. §18-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

to be maintained by § 18-904(b) of this title; e. A statement that the Secretary of State is appointed the agent of the foreign limited liability company for service of process under the circumstances set forth in § 18-910(b) of this title; and f. The date on which the foreign limited liability company first did, or intends to do, business in the State of Delaware. (2) A certificate, as of
Statute 6 Del. C. §18-902, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its formation evidencing its existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto. (3) A fee as set forth in § 18-1105(a)(6) of this title shall be paid.

Foreign LLP registration

binds: Foreign limited liability partnership · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Before doing business in the State of Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Before doing business in the State of Delaware, a foreign limited liability partnership shall register with the Secretary of State by filing: (1) A statement of foreign qualification which must contain: a. The name of the foreign limited liability partnership which (i) satisfies the requirements of the state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country under whose law it is formed, (ii) ends with the words “Registered Limited Liability Partnership” or “Limited Liability Partnership,” the abbreviation “R.L.L.P.” or “L.L.P.” or the designation “RLLP” or “LLP” and (iii) complies with § 15-108(c) and (d) of this title; b. The state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country where formed, the date of its formation and a statement from a partner that, as of the date of filing, the foreign limited liability partnership validly exists as a limited liability partnership under the laws of the jurisdiction of its formation; c. The address of the registered office and the name and address of the registered agent for service of process required to be maintained by § 15-111 of this title; d. The number of partners of the partnership at the time of the effectiveness of the statement of foreign qualification; and e. The future effective date or time (which shall be a date or time certain) of the statement of foreign qualification if it is not to be effective upon the filing of the statement of foreign qualification. (2) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its formation evidencing its existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of the translator, shall be attached thereto. (b) The status of a partnership as a foreign limited liability partnership is effective on the later of the filing of the statement of foreign qualification or the future effective date or time specified in the statement of foreign qualification. The status remains effective, regardless of changes in the partnership, until it is canceled pursuant to § 15-105(d), § 15-111(d) or § 15-111(i)(4) of this title or revoked pursuant to § 15-1003 of this title. (c) An amendment or cancellation of a statement of foreign qualification is effective when it is filed or on the future effective date or time specified in the amendment or cancellation.

(a) Activities of a foreign limited liability partnership in the State of Delaware which do not constitute doing business for the purpose of this subchapter include: (1) Maintaining, defending or settling an action or proceeding; (2) Holding meetings of its partners or carrying on any other activity concerning its internal affairs; (3) Maintaining bank accounts; (4) Maintaining offices or agencies for the transfer, exchange or registration of the partnership’s own securities or maintaining trustees or depositories with respect to those securities; (5) Selling through independent contractors; (6) Soliciting or obtaining orders, whether by mail or through employees or agents or otherwise, if the orders require acceptance outside the State of Delaware before they become contracts; (7) Selling, by contract consummated outside the State of Delaware, and agreeing, by the contract, to deliver into the State of Delaware, machinery, plants or equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within the State of Delaware requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as part of the contract of sale agreeing to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (8) Creating, as borrower or lender, or acquiring indebtedness with or without a mortgage or other security interest in property; (9) Collecting debts or foreclosing mortgages or other security interests in property securing the debts, and holding, protecting and maintaining property so acquired; (10) Conducting an isolated transaction that is not one in the course of similar transactions; (11) Doing business in interstate commerce; and (12) Doing business in the State of Delaware as an insurance company. (b) A person shall not be deemed to be doing business in the State of Delaware solely by reason of being a partner in a partnership.

Exceptions on record

6 Del. C. §15-1104(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

other security interest in property; (9) Collecting debts or foreclosing mortgages or other security interests in property securing the debts, and holding, protecting and maintaining property so acquired; (10) Conducting an isolated transaction that is not one in the course of similar transactions; (11) Doing business in interstate commerce; and (12) Doing business in the State of Delaware as an insurance company. (b) A person shall not be deemed to

6 Del. C. §15-1104(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

be doing business in the State of Delaware solely by reason of being a partner in a partnership.

6 Del. C. §15-1104(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

(a) Activities of a foreign limited liability partnership in the State of Delaware which do not constitute doing business for the purpose of this subchapter include: (1) Maintaining, defending or settling an action or proceeding; (2) Holding meetings of its partners or carrying on any other activity concerning its internal affairs; (3) Maintaining bank accounts; (4) Maintaining offices or agencies for the transfer, exchange or registration of the partnership’s own

6 Del. C. §15-1104(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

securities or maintaining trustees or depositories with respect to those securities; (5) Selling through independent contractors; (6) Soliciting or obtaining orders, whether by mail or through employees or agents or otherwise, if the orders require acceptance outside the State of Delaware before they become contracts; (7) Selling, by contract consummated outside the State of Delaware, and agreeing, by the contract, to deliver into the State of Delaware, machinery, plants or

6 Del. C. §15-1104(a)–(b), doing-business exclusions and status-only exclusion

equipment, the construction, erection or installation of which within the State of Delaware requires the supervision of technical engineers or skilled employees performing services not generally available, and as part of the contract of sale agreeing to furnish such services, and such services only, to the vendee at the time of construction, erection or installation; (8) Creating, as borrower or lender, or acquiring indebtedness with or without a mortgage or

Statute 6 Del. C. §15-1102, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

Before doing business in the State of Delaware, a foreign limited liability partnership shall register with the Secretary of State by filing: (1) A statement of foreign qualification which must contain: a. The name of the foreign limited liability partnership which (i) satisfies the requirements of the state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country under whose law it is formed, (ii) ends with the words “Registered Limited Liability Partnership”
Statute 6 Del. C. §15-1102, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

or “Limited Liability Partnership,” the abbreviation “R.L.L.P.” or “L.L.P.” or the designation “RLLP” or “LLP” and (iii) complies with § 15-108(c) and (d) of this title; b. The state, territory, possession or other jurisdiction or country where formed, the date of its formation and a statement from a partner that, as of the date of filing, the foreign limited liability partnership validly exists as a limited liability partnership under the
Statute 6 Del. C. §15-1102, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

laws of the jurisdiction of its formation; c. The address of the registered office and the name and address of the registered agent for service of process required to be maintained by § 15-111 of this title; d. The number of partners of the partnership at the time of the effectiveness of the statement of foreign qualification; and e. The future effective date or time (which shall be a date
Statute 6 Del. C. §15-1102, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

or time certain) of the statement of foreign qualification if it is not to be effective upon the filing of the statement of foreign qualification. (2) A certificate, as of a date not earlier than 6 months prior to the filing date, issued by an authorized officer of the jurisdiction of its formation evidencing its existence. If such certificate is in a foreign language, a translation thereof, under oath of
Statute 6 Del. C. §15-1102, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

the translator, shall be attached thereto. (b) The status of a partnership as a foreign limited liability partnership is effective on the later of the filing of the statement of foreign qualification or the future effective date or time specified in the statement of foreign qualification. The status remains effective, regardless of changes in the partnership, until it is canceled pursuant to § 15-105(d), § 15-111(d) or § 15-111(i)(4) of
Statute 6 Del. C. §15-1102, registration and application verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title6/title6.pdf

this title or revoked pursuant to § 15-1003 of this title. (c) An amendment or cancellation of a statement of foreign qualification is effective when it is filed or on the future effective date or time specified in the amendment or cancellation.

ICAOS transfer extradition waiver

binds: A supervised individual applying for interstate supervision · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Application for transfer

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

A supervised individual applying for interstate supervision shall execute, at the time of application for transfer, a waiver of extradition from any state to which the individual may abscond while under supervision in the receiving state.

Regulation ICAOS Rule 3.109(a), full rules captured October 8, 2026 verified Oct 2026

https://interstatecompact.org/print/view/pdf/icaos_rules_print/page_all

A supervised individual applying for interstate supervision shall execute, at the time of application for transfer, a waiver of extradition from any state to which the individual may abscond while under supervision in the receiving state.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4358, Article XIV.B binding rules verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

All lawful actions of the Interstate Commission, including all Rules and By-laws promulgated by the Interstate Commission, are binding upon the Compacting States.

Income tax domicile

binds: An individual who is domiciled in this State and is required to file a federal income tax return for the taxable year · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Is domiciled in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

An income tax return with respect to the tax imposed by this chapter shall be made by every resident individual who is required to file a federal income tax return for the taxable year.

note

A person required to make and file a return under this chapter shall, without assessment, notice or demand, pay any tax due thereon to the Department of Finance on or before the date fixed for filing such return.

Exceptions on record

30 Del. C. §1103(1), complete foreign-presence proviso split across two quotations

an individual who is present in a foreign country or countries for at least 495 full days in any consecutive 18-month period, and during such period of 18 consecutive months is not present in this State for more than 45 days

30 Del. C. §1103(1), complete foreign-presence proviso split across two quotations

and does not maintain a permanent place of abode in this State at which the individual’s spouse, children or parents are present for more than 45 days, and is not an employee of the United States, its agencies or instrumentalities (including members of the Armed Forces) shall not be considered a resident of this State during such period

Statute 30 Del. C. §1103(1), domicile prong verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc01/

A resident individual of this State means an individual: (1) Who is domiciled in this State to the extent of the period of such domicile
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

The income tax returns required by this chapter shall be filed on or before the thirtieth day of the fourth month following the close of the taxpayer’s taxable year.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

A person required to make and file a return under this chapter shall, without assessment, notice or demand, pay any tax due thereon to the Department of Finance on or before the date fixed for filing such return.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1161(1)a, federal-return branch verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

An income tax return with respect to the tax imposed by this chapter shall be made by the following: (1) Every resident individual who a. Is required to file a federal income tax return for the taxable year

Income tax mixed residence spouses

binds: Either spouse is a nonresident and the other a resident · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Either spouse is a nonresident and the other a resident

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(4) Either spouse is a nonresident and the other a resident, then they shall file separate returns, on such forms as the State Tax Commissioner shall prescribe, and their tax liabilities under this chapter shall be separately determined, unless both elect to file a joint tax return in this State as if both were residents.

Statute 30 Del. C. §1168; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

The income tax returns required by this chapter shall be filed on or before the thirtieth day of the fourth month following the close of the taxpayer’s taxable year. A person required to make and file a return under this chapter shall, without assessment, notice or demand, pay any tax due thereon to the Department of Finance on or before the date fixed for filing such return. The
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

Secretary of Finance shall prescribe the place for filing any return, declaration, statement or other document required pursuant to this chapter and for the payment of any tax.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1162(a)(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

(4) Either spouse is a nonresident and the other a resident, then they shall file separate returns, on such forms as the State Tax Commissioner shall prescribe, and their tax liabilities under this chapter shall be separately determined, unless both elect to file a joint tax return in this State as if both were residents.

Income tax residency

binds: An individual who maintains a place of abode in this State and spends in the aggregate more than 183 days of the taxable year in this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Maintains a place of abode in this State and spends in the aggregate more than 183 days of the taxable year in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

An individual who maintains a place of abode in this State and spends in the aggregate more than 183 days of the taxable year in this State is a resident individual under § 1103(2). An income tax return shall be made by every resident individual who is required to file a federal income tax return for the taxable year, or who is required to file under § 1161(1).

note

A person required to make and file a return under this chapter shall, without assessment, notice or demand, pay any tax due thereon to the Department of Finance on or before the date fixed for filing such return.

Statute 30 Del. C. §1103(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc01/

A resident individual of this State means an individual: ... (2) Who maintains a place of abode in this State and spends in the aggregate more than 183 days of the taxable year in this State.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

The income tax returns required by this chapter shall be filed on or before the thirtieth day of the fourth month following the close of the taxpayer’s taxable year.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

A person required to make and file a return under this chapter shall, without assessment, notice or demand, pay any tax due thereon to the Department of Finance on or before the date fixed for filing such return.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1161(1)a verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

An income tax return with respect to the tax imposed by this chapter shall be made by the following: (1) Every resident individual who a. Is required to file a federal income tax return for the taxable year, or
Statute 30 Del. C. §1161(1)c; nonfederal-return population; codified amounts, not a filing-year form recommendation verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

Is a married individual who is entitled to file a joint federal income tax return for the taxable year, and whose adjusted gross income for the taxable year as modified by § 1106 of this title, when combined with the adjusted gross income of the individual’s spouse, is more than $15,449.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1161(1)b; nonfederal-return population; codified amounts, not a filing-year form recommendation verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

Is a single person and has for the taxable year adjusted gross income as modified by § 1106 of this title of more than $9,378

Income tax resident nonfederal

binds: Every resident individual · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

The taxable year

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

An income tax return with respect to the tax imposed by this chapter shall be made by every resident individual who is a single person and has for the taxable year adjusted gross income as modified by § 1106 of this title of more than $9,378 or is a married individual who is entitled to file a joint federal income tax return for the taxable year, and whose adjusted gross income for the taxable year as modified by § 1106 of this title, when combined with the adjusted gross income of the individual’s spouse, is more than $15,449.

A resident individual of this State means an individual: (1) Who is domiciled in this State to the extent of the period of such domicile; provided, however, an individual who is present in a foreign country or countries for at least 495 full days in any consecutive 18-month period, and during such period of 18 consecutive months is not present in this State for more than 45 days, and does not maintain a permanent place of abode in this State at which the individual’s spouse, children or parents are present for more than 45 days, and is not an employee of the United States, its agencies or instrumentalities (including members of the Armed Forces) shall not be considered a resident of this State during such period; or (2) Who maintains a place of abode in this State and spends in the aggregate more than 183 days of the taxable year in this State.

Statute 30 Del. C. §1168; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

The income tax returns required by this chapter shall be filed on or before the thirtieth day of the fourth month following the close of the taxpayer’s taxable year. A person required to make and file a return under this chapter shall, without assessment, notice or demand, pay any tax due thereon to the Department of Finance on or before the date fixed for filing such return. The
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

Secretary of Finance shall prescribe the place for filing any return, declaration, statement or other document required pursuant to this chapter and for the payment of any tax.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1161(1)b–c; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

An income tax return with respect to the tax imposed by this chapter shall be made by the following: (1) Every resident individual who a. Is required to file a federal income tax return for the taxable year, or b. Is a single person and has for the taxable year adjusted gross income as modified by § 1106 of this title of more than $9,378, or c. Is
Statute 30 Del. C. §1161(1)b–c; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

a married individual who is entitled to file a joint federal income tax return for the taxable year, and whose adjusted gross income for the taxable year as modified by § 1106 of this title, when combined with the adjusted gross income of the individual’s spouse, is more than $15,449.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1103; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc01/

A resident individual of this State means an individual: (1) Who is domiciled in this State to the extent of the period of such domicile; provided, however, an individual who is present in a foreign country or countries for at least 495 full days in any consecutive 18-month period, and during such period of 18 consecutive months is not present in this State for more than 45 days,
Statute 30 Del. C. §1103; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc01/

and does not maintain a permanent place of abode in this State at which the individual’s spouse, children or parents are present for more than 45 days, and is not an employee of the United States, its agencies or instrumentalities (including members of the Armed Forces) shall not be considered a resident of this State during such period; or (2) Who maintains a place of abode in this
Statute 30 Del. C. §1103; part 3 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc01/

State and spends in the aggregate more than 183 days of the taxable year in this State.

Insurance before registration

binds: Owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State, other than a self-insurer pursuant to § 2904 of this title · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Motor vehicle registration

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

( l ) A motor vehicle registration shall not be issued or renewed for any vehicle not covered by a vehicle insurance policy meeting the requirements of this title.

(a) No owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State, other than a self-insurer pursuant to § 2904 of this title, shall operate or authorize any other person to operate such vehicle unless the owner has insurance on such motor vehicle providing the following minimum insurance coverage: (a) Upon condition of providing the same benefits available under a required vehicle insurance policy, any person in whose name more than 15 motor vehicles are registered in this State may qualify as a self-insurer by obtaining a certificate of self-insurance issued by the Secretary of Transportation as provided in subsection (b) of this section. (b) The Secretary of Transportation may, in the Secretary’s discretion, approve an application for self-insurance from such a person provided the following is submitted in satisfactory form: (1) A continuing undertaking by the owner or other appropriate person to pay tort liabilities or basic reparation benefits, or both, and to perform all other obligations imposed by § 2118 of this title; (2) Evidence that appropriate provisions exist for prompt and efficient administration of all claims, benefits and obligations required by § 2118 of this title; and (3) Evidence that reliable financial arrangements, deposits or commitments exist providing assurance for payment of tort liabilities or basic reparation benefits, or both, and all other obligations imposed by this chapter substantially equivalent to those afforded by a policy of insurance complying with § 2118 of this title.

Sequence

Complete this before Issuance of Delaware vehicle registration. 21 Del. C. §2118(l), first sentence

If missed

( l ) A motor vehicle registration shall not be issued or renewed for any vehicle not covered by a vehicle insurance policy meeting the requirements of this title.

Exceptions on record

21 Del. C. §2904(a), actual conditional certificate/application scope

(a) Upon condition of providing the same benefits available under a required vehicle insurance policy, any person in whose name more than 15 motor vehicles are registered in this State may qualify as a self-insurer by obtaining a certificate of self-insurance issued by the Secretary of Transportation as provided in subsection (b) of this section.

21 Del. C. §2904(b) lead, actual conditional certificate/application scope

(b) The Secretary of Transportation may, in the Secretary’s discretion, approve an application for self-insurance from such a person provided the following is submitted in satisfactory form:

21 Del. C. §2904(b)(1), actual conditional certificate/application scope

(1) A continuing undertaking by the owner or other appropriate person to pay tort liabilities or basic reparation benefits, or both, and to perform all other obligations imposed by § 2118 of this title;

21 Del. C. §2904(b)(2), actual conditional certificate/application scope

(2) Evidence that appropriate provisions exist for prompt and efficient administration of all claims, benefits and obligations required by § 2118 of this title; and

21 Del. C. §2904(b)(3), actual conditional certificate/application scope

(3) Evidence that reliable financial arrangements, deposits or commitments exist providing assurance for payment of tort liabilities or basic reparation benefits, or both, and all other obligations imposed by this chapter substantially equivalent to those afforded by a policy of insurance complying with § 2118 of this title.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(l), first sentence verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

A motor vehicle registration shall not be issued or renewed for any vehicle not covered by a vehicle insurance policy meeting the requirements of this title.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2118(a), insurance duty and self-insurer distinction verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

No owner of a motor vehicle required to be registered in this State, other than a self-insurer pursuant to § 2904 of this title, shall operate or authorize any other person to operate such vehicle unless the owner has insurance on such motor vehicle providing the following minimum insurance coverage:

Invasive animal import ban

binds: Person with a potbellied pig or feral swine · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Import or relocation across state lines

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If an animal species is determined to be invasive, the sale, trade, breeding, import, barter, gifting, release into the wild, and auction of the animal species is prohibited. Prior to any change of possession or relocation for any reason whatsoever; the transferor or person relocating an invasive animal species shall notify the Department in writing on forms provided by the Department of such transfer or relocation.

No transfer of possession or relocation of an invasive animal species may occur unless and until the transferee or the person accepting the relocated invasive animal applies for and is granted a new permit by the Department as provided in this regulation or receives approval from the State Veterinarian to relocate such invasive animal across state lines.

If missed

The Department will not issue a permit to possess, breed, sell, or exhibit an animal species that is determined to be invasive.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 906 §7.1

No transfer of possession or relocation of an invasive animal species may occur unless and until the transferee or the person accepting the relocated invasive animal applies for and is granted a new permit by the Department as provided in this regulation or receives approval from the State Veterinarian to relocate such invasive animal across state lines.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 906 §3.3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/906/cdb9a277-7f81-46cd-82c6-9d1e71a58d0d

The Department will not issue a permit to possess, breed, sell, or exhibit an animal species that is determined to be invasive.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 906 §7.1 advance written notice verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/906/cdb9a277-7f81-46cd-82c6-9d1e71a58d0d

Prior to any change of possession or relocation for any reason whatsoever; the transferor or person relocating an invasive animal species shall notify the Department in writing on forms provided by the Department of such transfer or relocation.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 906 §3.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/906/cdb9a277-7f81-46cd-82c6-9d1e71a58d0d

If an animal species is determined to be invasive, the sale, trade, breeding, import, barter, gifting, release into the wild, and auction of the animal species is prohibited.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 906 §§4.1–4.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/906/cdb9a277-7f81-46cd-82c6-9d1e71a58d0d

Potbellied pigs ... Feral swine of any kind

Invasive plant movement

binds: Person with any viable portion, including seeds, of a plant on the Invasive Plant List · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Import or transport any viable portion of a plant on the Invasive Plant List

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person may import, export, buy, sell, transport, distribute, or propagate any viable portion, including seeds, of a plant on the Invasive Plant List, unless the Secretary provides prior written approval under subsection (b) of this section.

Final Invasive Plant List Updated May 2026 Enforcement In Effect Amur honeysuckle, Lonicera maackii Autumn olive, Elaeagnus umbellata Callery pear, Pyrus calleryana Chinese wisteria, Wisteria sinensis Creeping water primrose, Ludwigia peploides subsp. glabrescens English ivy, Hedera helix European privet, Ligustrum vulgare European reed, Phragmites australis subsp. australis European sweetflag, Acorus calamus Garlic mustard, Alliaria petiolata Hydrilla, Hydrilla verticillata Japanese barberry, Berberis thunbergii Japanese honeysuckle, Lonicera japonica Japanese knotweed, Fallopia japonica Japanese pachysandra, Pachysandra terminalis Japanese stiltgrass, Microstegium vimineum Lesser celandine, Ficaria verna Lesser periwinkle, Vinca minor Marsh dewflower, Murdannia keisak Mile-a-minute weed, Persicaria perfoliata Morrow’s honeysuckle, Lonicera morrowii Multiflora rose, Rosa multiflora Norway maple, Acer platanoides Orange daylily, Hemerocallis fulva Oriental bittersweet, Celastrus orbiculatus Parrot-feather, Myriophyllum aquaticum Porcelain berry, Ampelopsis glandulosa Purple loosestrife, Lythrum salicaria Spotted knapweed, Centaurea stoebe micranthos Tatarian honeysuckle, Lonicera tatarica Tree of heaven, Ailanthus altissima Wineberry, Rubus phoenicolasius Winged euonymus, Euonymus alatus Yam-leaved clematis, Clematis terniflora Yellow flag iris, Iris pseudoacorus Newly Added Species – Enforcement Begins May 1, 2028 Chinese fountaingrass, Cenchrus purpurascens, syn. Pennisetum alopecuroides Chinese silvergrass, Miscanthus sinensis Newly Added Species – Enforcement Begins May 1, 2029 Linden viburnum, Viburnum dilatatum Mimosa, Silktree, Albizia julibrissin Enforcement Schedule for Newly Added Species Per Order 806 Regulations for Invasive Plants, the Department will begin enforcement action for additions to the Invasive Plant List as follows: Annuals – 1 year from effective date. Perennials – 2 years from effective date. Woody ornamentals – 3 years from effective date. Exemptions to the Invasive Plant List. The following cultivars of Chinese fountaingrass are conditionally exempted from the Invasive Plant List: EXEMPT: Praline™ PP30724 EXEMPT: Hush Puppy™ PP31027 EXEMPT: Cayenne™ PP31097 EXEMPT: Etouffee™ PP31062 EXEMPT: Jambalaya™ PP31176 The following cultivars of Chinese silvergrass are conditionally exempted from the Invasive Plant List: EXEMPT: Scout™ PP30402 EXEMPT: Bandwidth™ PP29460 EXEMPT: High Frequency™ PP34712 EXEMPT: My Fair Maiden™ PP26387 The following three cultivars of Japanese barberry are exempt from the Invasive Plant List: EXEMPT: ‘UCONNBTCP4N’; Trademark Name – Crimson Cutie EXEMPT: ‘UCONNBTB113’; Trademark Name – Lemon Cutie EXEMPT: ‘UCONNBTB048’; Trademark Name – Lemon Glow The Secretary may provide written approval for a person to conduct an activity prohibited under subsection (a) of this section if the purpose of the activity is for any of the following: (1) Disposal. (2) Control. (3) Research or education. (4) Export for the purpose of disposal, control, research, or education.

Exceptions on record

3 Del. C. §2903(b)

The Secretary may provide written approval for a person to conduct an activity prohibited under subsection (a) of this section if the purpose of the activity is for any of the following: (1) Disposal. (2) Control. (3) Research or education. (4) Export for the purpose of disposal, control, research, or education.

Agency guidance DDA May 2026 invasive plant list, enforcement and cultivar exemptions verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

Final Invasive Plant List Updated May 2026 Enforcement In Effect Amur honeysuckle, Lonicera maackii Autumn olive, Elaeagnus umbellata Callery pear, Pyrus calleryana Chinese wisteria, Wisteria sinensis Creeping water primrose, Ludwigia peploides subsp. glabrescens English ivy, Hedera helix European privet, Ligustrum vulgare European reed, Phragmites australis subsp. australis European sweetflag, Acorus calamus Garlic mustard, Alliaria petiolata Hydrilla, Hydrilla verticillata Japanese barberry, Berberis thunbergii Japanese honeysuckle, Lonicera
Agency guidance DDA May 2026 invasive plant list, enforcement and cultivar exemptions verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

japonica Japanese knotweed, Fallopia japonica Japanese pachysandra, Pachysandra terminalis Japanese stiltgrass, Microstegium vimineum Lesser celandine, Ficaria verna Lesser periwinkle, Vinca minor Marsh dewflower, Murdannia keisak Mile-a-minute weed, Persicaria perfoliata Morrow’s honeysuckle, Lonicera morrowii Multiflora rose, Rosa multiflora Norway maple, Acer platanoides Orange daylily, Hemerocallis fulva Oriental bittersweet, Celastrus orbiculatus Parrot-feather, Myriophyllum aquaticum Porcelain berry, Ampelopsis glandulosa Purple loosestrife, Lythrum salicaria Spotted
Agency guidance DDA May 2026 invasive plant list, enforcement and cultivar exemptions verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

knapweed, Centaurea stoebe micranthos Tatarian honeysuckle, Lonicera tatarica Tree of heaven, Ailanthus altissima Wineberry, Rubus phoenicolasius Winged euonymus, Euonymus alatus Yam-leaved clematis, Clematis terniflora Yellow flag iris, Iris pseudoacorus Newly Added Species – Enforcement Begins May 1, 2028 Chinese fountaingrass, Cenchrus purpurascens, syn. Pennisetum alopecuroides Chinese silvergrass, Miscanthus sinensis Newly Added Species – Enforcement Begins May 1, 2029 Linden viburnum, Viburnum dilatatum Mimosa, Silktree, Albizia
Agency guidance DDA May 2026 invasive plant list, enforcement and cultivar exemptions verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

julibrissin Enforcement Schedule for Newly Added Species Per Order 806 Regulations for Invasive Plants, the Department will begin enforcement action for additions to the Invasive Plant List as follows: Annuals – 1 year from effective date. Perennials – 2 years from effective date. Woody ornamentals – 3 years from effective date. Exemptions to the Invasive Plant List. The following cultivars of Chinese fountaingrass are conditionally
Agency guidance DDA May 2026 invasive plant list, enforcement and cultivar exemptions verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

exempted from the Invasive Plant List: EXEMPT: Praline™ PP30724 EXEMPT: Hush Puppy™ PP31027 EXEMPT: Cayenne™ PP31097 EXEMPT: Etouffee™ PP31062 EXEMPT: Jambalaya™ PP31176 The following cultivars of Chinese silvergrass are conditionally exempted from the Invasive Plant List: EXEMPT: Scout™ PP30402 EXEMPT: Bandwidth™ PP29460 EXEMPT: High Frequency™ PP34712 EXEMPT: My Fair Maiden™ PP26387 The following three cultivars of Japanese barberry are exempt from the Invasive Plant List:
Agency guidance DDA May 2026 invasive plant list, enforcement and cultivar exemptions verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

EXEMPT: ‘UCONNBTCP4N’; Trademark Name – Crimson Cutie EXEMPT: ‘UCONNBTB113’; Trademark Name – Lemon Cutie EXEMPT: ‘UCONNBTB048’; Trademark Name – Lemon Glow
Statute 3 Del. C. §2903(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

No person may import, export, buy, sell, transport, distribute, or propagate any viable portion, including seeds, of a plant on the Invasive Plant List, unless the Secretary provides prior written approval under subsection (b) of this section.
Agency guidance Delaware Department of Agriculture, Final Invasive Plant List verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/nursery-inspection/

Final Invasive Plant List Updated May 2026 Enforcement In Effect

Large capacity magazine receipt possession

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Manufacture, sell, offer for sale, purchase, receive, transfer, or possess a large-capacity magazine

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsections (c) through (e) of this section, it is unlawful for a person to manufacture, sell, offer for sale, purchase, receive, transfer, or possess a large-capacity magazine.

For purposes of this section and §§ 1469 and 1469A of this title: (1) “Ammunition feeding device” means any magazine, belt, drum, feed strip, or similar device that holds ammunition for a firearm. (2) a. “Large-capacity magazine” means any ammunition feeding device capable of accepting, or that can readily be converted to hold, more than 17 rounds of ammunition. b. “Large-capacity magazine” does not include an attached tubular device designed to accept, and only capable of operating with, .22 caliber rimfire ammunition. c. For purposes of this subsection, the presence of a removable floor plate in an ammunition feeding device that is not capable of accepting more than 17 rounds of ammunition shall not, without more, be sufficient evidence that the ammunition feeding device can readily be converted to hold more than 17 rounds of ammunition. (3) “Licensed firearms dealer” means a person licensed under Chapter 9 of Title 24 or 18 U.S.C. § 921 et seq. or a person licensed under Chapter 9B of Title 24. (4) “Qualified retired law-enforcement officer” means as defined under § 1441B(c) of this title. (c) This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) Personnel of the United States government or a unit of that government who are acting within the scope of official business. (2) Members of the armed forces of the United States or of the National Guard who are acting within the scope of official business. (3) A law-enforcement officer. (4) A qualified retired law-enforcement officer. (5) An individual who holds a valid concealed carry permit issued by the Superior Court under § 1441 of this title. (6) A licensed firearms dealer that sells a large-capacity magazine to another licensed firearms dealer or to an individual exempt under paragraphs (c)(1) through (5) of this section. (7) A large-capacity magazine that a person has rendered permanently inoperable or has permanently modified to accept 17 rounds of ammunition or less. (e) This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) A person who manufactures a large-capacity magazine, if the person manufactures the large-capacity magazine with the intent to sell the large-capacity magazine, or offer the large-capacity magazine for sale, to a person outside of this State. (2) A person who ships or transports a large-capacity magazine for a person under paragraph (e)(1) of this section.

If missed

(b) (1) A violation of this section which is a first offense which only involves possession of a large capacity magazine is a civil penalty of $100. (2) A second violation of this section which only involves possession of a large capacity magazine is a class B misdemeanor. (3) All other violations of this section, including a subsequent offense involving only possession of a large capacity magazine are a class E felony. (4) A large-capacity magazine is subject to forfeiture for a violation of this section. (5) The Superior Court has exclusive jurisdiction over violations under subsections (b)(2) and (b)(3) of this section.

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §1469(c)(1)–(7), full status/dealer/inoperable exceptions, native PDF p183/printed181

(c) This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) Personnel of the United States government or a unit of that government who are acting within the scope of official business. (2) Members of the armed forces of the United States or of the National Guard who are acting within the scope of official business. (3) A law-enforcement officer. (4) A qualified retired law-enforcement officer. (5) An individual

11 Del. C. §1469(c)(1)–(7), full status/dealer/inoperable exceptions, native PDF p183/printed181

who holds a valid concealed carry permit issued by the Superior Court under § 1441 of this title. (6) A licensed firearms dealer that sells a large-capacity magazine to another licensed firearms dealer or to an individual exempt under paragraphs (c)(1) through (5) of this section. (7) A large-capacity magazine that a person has rendered permanently inoperable or has permanently modified to accept 17 rounds of ammunition or less.

11 Del. C. §1469(e)(1)–(2), out-of-state-manufacture and its ship/transport exception, native PDF p183/printed181

(e) This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) A person who manufactures a large-capacity magazine, if the person manufactures the large-capacity magazine with the intent to sell the large-capacity magazine, or offer the large-capacity magazine for sale, to a person outside of this State. (2) A person who ships or transports a large-capacity magazine for a person under paragraph (e)(1) of this section.

Statute 11 Del. C. §1469(a), native PDF p182/printed180 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsections (c) through (e) of this section, it is unlawful for a person to manufacture, sell, offer for sale, purchase, receive, transfer, or possess a large-capacity magazine.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1468(1)–(4), >17-round capability and tubular/floor-plate qualifications and dealer/retired-officer definitions, native PDF p182/printed180 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

For purposes of this section and §§ 1469 and 1469A of this title: (1) “Ammunition feeding device” means any magazine, belt, drum, feed strip, or similar device that holds ammunition for a firearm. (2) a. “Large-capacity magazine” means any ammunition feeding device capable of accepting, or that can readily be converted to hold, more than 17 rounds of ammunition. b. “Large-capacity magazine” does not include an attached tubular device designed
Statute 11 Del. C. §1468(1)–(4), >17-round capability and tubular/floor-plate qualifications and dealer/retired-officer definitions, native PDF p182/printed180 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

to accept, and only capable of operating with, .22 caliber rimfire ammunition. c. For purposes of this subsection, the presence of a removable floor plate in an ammunition feeding device that is not capable of accepting more than 17 rounds of ammunition shall not, without more, be sufficient evidence that the ammunition feeding device can readily be converted to hold more than 17 rounds of ammunition. (3) “Licensed firearms dealer”
Statute 11 Del. C. §1468(1)–(4), >17-round capability and tubular/floor-plate qualifications and dealer/retired-officer definitions, native PDF p182/printed180 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

means a person licensed under Chapter 9 of Title 24 or 18 U.S.C. § 921 et seq. or a person licensed under Chapter 9B of Title 24. (4) “Qualified retired law-enforcement officer” means as defined under § 1441B(c) of this title.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1469(b)(1)–(5), possession-only first/second and other/subsequent penalty/forfeiture/jurisdiction, native PDF p183/printed181 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

(b) (1) A violation of this section which is a first offense which only involves possession of a large capacity magazine is a civil penalty of $100. (2) A second violation of this section which only involves possession of a large capacity magazine is a class B misdemeanor. (3) All other violations of this section, including a subsequent offense involving only possession of a large capacity magazine are a class
Statute 11 Del. C. §1469(b)(1)–(5), possession-only first/second and other/subsequent penalty/forfeiture/jurisdiction, native PDF p183/printed181 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

E felony. (4) A large-capacity magazine is subject to forfeiture for a violation of this section. (5) The Superior Court has exclusive jurisdiction over violations under subsections (b)(2) and (b)(3) of this section.

Live plant pest movement permit

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Move, convey, transport, deliver or ship a plant pest or biological control agent

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(a) No person may sell, offer for sale, move, convey, transport, deliver, ship or offer for shipment any plant pest or biological control agent without a U.S. Department of Agriculture — Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service — Plant Protection and Quarantine — Application and Permit to Move Live Plant Pests and Noxious Weeds, PPQ Form 526, supplements thereto, or any publication revising or superseding the aforementioned, or its State equivalent. Permits may be issued only after the Department determines that the proposed shipment or use will not create a hazard to the agricultural, forest or horticultural interests of this State or the State’s general environmental quality. The permit shall be affixed conspicuously and on the exterior of each shipping container, box, package, etc. or accompany each shipping container, box, package, etc. as the Department directs.

Statute 3 Del. C. §1107(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

(a) No person may sell, offer for sale, move, convey, transport, deliver, ship or offer for shipment any plant pest or biological control agent without a U.S. Department of Agriculture — Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service — Plant Protection and Quarantine — Application and Permit to Move Live Plant Pests and Noxious Weeds, PPQ Form 526, supplements thereto, or any publication revising or superseding the aforementioned, or its State
Statute 3 Del. C. §1107(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

equivalent. Permits may be issued only after the Department determines that the proposed shipment or use will not create a hazard to the agricultural, forest or horticultural interests of this State or the State’s general environmental quality. The permit shall be affixed conspicuously and on the exterior of each shipping container, box, package, etc. or accompany each shipping container, box, package, etc. as the Department directs.

NLC primary residence application

binds: A multistate licensee who changes primary state of residence to another party state · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Changes primary state of residence to another party state

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

A multistate licensee who changes primary state of residence to another party state shall apply for a multistate license in the new party state within 60 days. Travel nurses who visit another state temporarily and are not making a permanent change of PSOR: this rule does not pertain in this scenario. An active duty service member or spouse may retain the primary state of residence designation during active duty. A subsequent change of primary state of residence is through application for licensure in the new primary state of residence.

Exceptions on record

NLC Rule 409

Subsequent to designating a primary state of residence, the service member or spouse shall only change the primary state of residence through application for licensure in the new primary state of residence.

NLC Rule 409

An active duty service member, or the member’s spouse, shall designate a primary state of residence where the service member or spouse has a current license in good standing. The service member or spouse may retain the primary state of residence designation during the period the service member is on active duty.

NLC employer guidance, question 5, updated January 2026

Generally, travel nurses who visit another state are only doing so temporarily and are not making a permanent change of PSOR. Therefore, this rule does not pertain in this scenario.

Statute 24 Del. C. §1905A(c)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

The nurse may apply for licensure in advance of a change in primary state of residence.
Agency guidance NLC employer guidance, question 3, updated January 2026 verified Oct 2026

https://www.nursecompact.com/files/60_day_rule_nurse_employers.pdf

The application for license by endorsement must be submitted within 60 days on the state board of nursing website.
Regulation NLC Rule 403(1) verified Oct 2026

https://www.nursecompact.com/files/nlc_rules_2024.pdf

A nurse who changes his or her primary state of residence from one party state to another party state may continue to practice under the existing multistate license while the nurse’s application is processed and a multistate license is issued in the new primary state of residence.
Regulation NLC Rule 403(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.nursecompact.com/files/nlc_rules_2024.pdf

Upon issuance of a new multistate license, the former primary state of residence shall deactivate its multistate license held by the nurse and provide notice to the nurse.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1903A(f) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

“Home state” means the party state that is the nurse’s primary state of residence.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1905A(c)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

A multistate license shall not be issued by the new home state until the nurse provides satisfactory evidence of a change in primary state of residence to the new home state and satisfies all applicable requirements to obtain a multistate license from the new home state.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1903A(h) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

“Multistate license” means a license to practice as a registered or a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/VN) issued by a home state licensing board that authorizes the licensed nurse to practice in all party states under a multistate licensure privilege.
Regulation NLC Rule 402(2), effective January 2, 2024 verified Oct 2026

https://www.nursecompact.com/files/nlc_rules_2024.pdf

A multistate licensee who changes primary state of residence to another party state shall apply for a multistate license in the new party state within 60 days.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1909A(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

Rules and amendments shall become binding as of the date specified in each rule or amendment and shall have the same force and effect as provisions of this Compact.
Agency guidance NLC employer guidance, question 4, updated January 2026 verified Oct 2026

https://www.nursecompact.com/files/60_day_rule_nurse_employers.pdf

The period begins when the nurse arrives in the new state with the intent of that state being the new PSOR.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1905A(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

If a nurse changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 party states, the nurse must apply for licensure in the new home state, and the multistate license issued by the prior home state will be deactivated in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission.

Nonpublic school attendance report

binds: Persons conducting nonpublic schools; a homeschool is considered a nonpublic school · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Conducting nonpublic schools

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

All persons conducting nonpublic schools shall report end of the year attendance information to the Department of Education annually, on or before the July 31, on such forms as shall be prescribed by the Department of Education.

“Multi-family homeschool” means the education of children, primarily by the parents or legal guardians of the children mainly in 1 or more residences, or other facilities, when the children are not all related to each other as brother or sister. A person shall act as a liaison to the Department of Education for reporting enrollment and attendance information for all families involved.

Exceptions on record

14 Del. C. §2703A(b)(1)

“Multi-family homeschool” means the education of children, primarily by the parents or legal guardians of the children mainly in 1 or more residences, or other facilities, when the children are not all related to each other as brother or sister. A person shall act as a liaison to the Department of Education for reporting enrollment and attendance information for all families involved.

Statute 14 Del. C. §2704(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

All persons conducting nonpublic schools shall report end of the year attendance information to the Department of Education annually, on or before the July 31, on such forms as shall be prescribed by the Department of Education.
Statute 14 Del. C. §2703A(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

For purposes of this chapter, a “homeschool” is considered a nonpublic school

Nonpublic school enrollment report

binds: Persons conducting nonpublic schools; a homeschool is considered a nonpublic school · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Conducting nonpublic schools

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Such persons shall also submit annually, no later than September 30, a statement of pupil enrollment on such forms as prescribed by the Department of Education.

“Multi-family homeschool” means the education of children, primarily by the parents or legal guardians of the children mainly in 1 or more residences, or other facilities, when the children are not all related to each other as brother or sister. A person shall act as a liaison to the Department of Education for reporting enrollment and attendance information for all families involved.

Exceptions on record

14 Del. C. §2703A(b)(1)

“Multi-family homeschool” means the education of children, primarily by the parents or legal guardians of the children mainly in 1 or more residences, or other facilities, when the children are not all related to each other as brother or sister. A person shall act as a liaison to the Department of Education for reporting enrollment and attendance information for all families involved.

Statute 14 Del. C. §2704(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

All persons conducting nonpublic schools shall report end of the year attendance information to the Department of Education annually, on or before the July 31, on such forms as shall be prescribed by the Department of Education.
Statute 14 Del. C. §2704(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Such persons shall also submit annually, no later than September 30, a statement of pupil enrollment on such forms as prescribed by the Department of Education.
Statute 14 Del. C. §2703A(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

For purposes of this chapter, a “homeschool” is considered a nonpublic school

Nonresident vessel registration

binds: Nonresident vessels using the waters of this State for principal use over 60 days or nonresidents owning a boat docked and/or stowed in waters of this State for over 60 days · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Nonresident vessels using the waters of this State for principal use over 60 days or nonresidents owning a boat docked and/or stowed in waters of this State for over 60 days

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Nonresident vessels using the waters of this State for principal use over 60 days and nonresidents owning a boat docked and/or stowed in waters of this State for over 60 days shall be required to register with the Department.

If missed

Whoever violates any of the provisions of this chapter, except §§ 2113(e), 2116(b), (c), (d), (e) and (f), or any regulation promulgated thereunder, shall for the first offense be guilty of a class D environmental violation.

Exceptions on record

23 Del. C. §2115(b)(1)

Foreign vessels temporarily using waters subject to state jurisdiction;

23 Del. C. §2115(b)(2)

Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels;

23 Del. C. §2115(b)(3)

A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this State, which is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such;

23 Del. C. §2115(b)(4)

A ship’s lifeboats;

23 Del. C. §2115(b), applicability lead-in

This chapter, except those sections where the content expressly indicates otherwise, does not apply to:

Statute 23 Del. C. §2115(b)(5) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c021/sc02/

Vessels for sale by authorized dealers, or for charter, livery or rent by authorized persons or agencies shall be subject to all requirements referred to in this subchapter.
Statute 23 Del. C. §2113(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c021/sc02/

Nonresident vessels using the waters of this State for principal use over 60 days and nonresidents owning a boat docked and/or stowed in waters of this State for over 60 days shall be required to register with the Department.
Statute 23 Del. C. §2125(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c021/sc02/

Whoever violates any of the provisions of this chapter, except §§ 2113(e), 2116(b), (c), (d), (e) and (f), or any regulation promulgated thereunder, shall for the first offense be guilty of a class D environmental violation.

Noxious weed import

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Import into this State or transport within this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

It shall be unlawful to import designated noxious weeds into this State, or to transport designated noxious weeds within this State, in any form capable of growth, except for purposes of research with the prior written approval of the State Department of Agriculture. 3.1 It shall be unlawful to import designated noxious weeds into this State, or to transport designated noxious weeds within this State, in any form capable of growth, except for purposes of research with the prior written approval of the State Department of Agriculture. It shall be unlawful to knowingly contaminate any uninfested land or roadway with designated noxious weeds through the movement of rootstocks, seed, soil, mulch, nursery stock, farm machinery, or other medium.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §3.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

It shall be unlawful to import designated noxious weeds into this State, or to transport designated noxious weeds within this State, in any form capable of growth, except for purposes of research with the prior written approval of the State Department of Agriculture.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §3.1 import and contamination verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

3.1 It shall be unlawful to import designated noxious weeds into this State, or to transport designated noxious weeds within this State, in any form capable of growth, except for purposes of research with the prior written approval of the State Department of Agriculture. It shall be unlawful to knowingly contaminate any uninfested TITLE 3 AGRICULTURE DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2 land or roadway with designated noxious weeds through the movement
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §3.1 import and contamination verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

of rootstocks, seed, soil, mulch, nursery stock, farm machinery, or other medium.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §1.0 persons verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

"Persons" mean any individual, partnership association, fiduciary, corporation or any organized group of persons whether incorporated or not.

Noxious weed land control

binds: Landowner or person with the present right to possess and use land · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Noxious weeds on land in Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

3.2 It shall be unlawful to knowingly allow designated noxious weeds to set seed on any land, or to allow any portion of a designated noxious weed plant to reach a height or vine length of 24 inches; and it shall be the duty of each landowner or person who has the present right to possess and/or use the land to mow, cultivate, treat with chemicals, or use such other practices as may be prescribed by the Department of Agriculture as effective in preventing seed set on designated noxious weed infestations or in elimination of the designated noxious weed plant.

An exemption from prosecution is allowed by the Noxious Weed Law. To be exempt a landowner or person who possesses or has the use of that land must enter into a written agreement, commonly known as a compliance agreement, with the Department of Agriculture. The agreement must specify terms and conditions of a program for the control and eradication of designated noxious weeds and the land that is covered. So long as all the terms and conditions are being complied with, there is no violation of this chapter as to the land covered by the agreement.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 801 §4.1, native p2, exemption and agreement

An exemption from prosecution is allowed by the Noxious Weed Law. To be exempt a landowner or person who possesses or has the use of that land must enter into a written agreement, commonly known as a compliance agreement, with the Department of Agriculture.

3 DE Admin. Code 801 §4.1, native p2, program and covered land

The agreement must specify terms and conditions of a program for the control and eradication of designated noxious weeds and the land that is covered.

3 DE Admin. Code 801 §4.1, native p2, compliance qualification

So long as all the terms and conditions are being complied with, there is no violation of this chapter as to the land covered by the agreement.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §3.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

3.2 It shall be unlawful to knowingly allow designated noxious weeds to set seed on any land, or to allow any portion of a designated noxious weed plant to reach a height or vine length of 24 inches; and it shall be the duty of each landowner or person who has the present right to possess and/or use the land to mow, cultivate, treat with chemicals, or use such other
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §3.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

practices as may be prescribed by the Department of Agriculture as effective in preventing seed set on designated noxious weed infestations or in elimination of the designated noxious weed plant.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §§2.1–2.1.3, native p1, designated species verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

2.1 The Department of Agriculture designates the following species of weeds as Noxious Weeds in the State of Delaware: 2.1.1 Sorghum halepense L., commonly known as "Johnsongrass" 2.1.2 Cirsium arvense L., commonly known as "Canada Thistle" 2.1.3 Sicyos angulatus L., commonly known as "Burcucumber"
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 801 §§2.1.4–2.1.6, native p1, designated species verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/801/f36e90e2-d75b-4757-a02f-04c78c91445d

2.1.4 Ambrosia trifida L., commonly known as "Giant Ragweed" 2.1.5 Amaranthus palmeri S. Watson, commonly known as "Palmer's Amaranth" 2.1.6 Uruchloa texana Buckl., commonly known as "Texas Panicum"

NWS high risk import CVI

binds: Warm-blooded animals, including dogs, cats, and birds, originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Movement of warm-blooded animals originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

All warm-blooded animals, including dogs, cats, and birds, originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm must be accompanied by an Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI) issued within 72 hours of movement. Hatching eggs and table eggs are exempt from these requirements. The OCVI must document that all animals listed on the OCVI have been inspected and found free of contagious and infectious disease and pests, including New World Screwworm (NWS). The OCVI must contain a statement from the accredited veterinarian attesting that: “All animals listed on the OCVI have been examined within 72 hours of movement and none have been found to have a wound infested, or potentially infested, with New World Screwworm.”

Hatching eggs and table eggs are exempt from these requirements. No alternative movement documents, such as an NPIP 9-3, will be accepted in lieu of an OCVI.

Sequence

Handle together with Movement of warm-blooded animals into Delaware. July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate

Agency guidance DDAcurrentDiseaseInformation enforcementlink verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/poultry-animal-health/disease/

July 2, 2026 ... Update to Delaware Import Requirements d/t Texas New World Screwworm Detection
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

The OCVI must document that all animals listed on the OCVI have been inspected and found free of contagious and infectious disease and pests, including New World Screwworm (NWS).
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

No alternative movement documents, such as an NPIP 9-3, will be accepted in lieu of an OCVI.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

All warm-blooded animals, including dogs, cats, and birds, originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm must be accompanied by an Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI) issued within 72 hours of movement. Hatching eggs and table eggs are exempt from these requirements.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

The OCVI must contain a statement from the accredited veterinarian attesting that: “All animals listed on the OCVI have been examined within 72 hours of movement and none have been found to have a wound infested, or potentially infested, with New World Screwworm.”

NWS infested animal import ban

binds: Warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation being imported into Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation are allowed to be imported into Delaware.

If missed

No warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation are allowed to be imported into Delaware.

Agency guidance DDAcurrentDiseaseInformation enforcementlink verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/poultry-animal-health/disease/

July 2, 2026 ... Update to Delaware Import Requirements d/t Texas New World Screwworm Detection
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

No warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation are allowed to be imported into Delaware.

NWS wounded import treatment

binds: Warm-blooded animals originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm that have wounds that are not infested with NWS larvae · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Warm-blooded animals originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm that have wounds that are not infested with NWS larvae being imported into Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Any animal with a wound must be treated with a product listed as having approval, conditional approval, or an emergency use authorization for NWS by FDA. Oral or injected treatments must be administered no less than 5 days prior to entry into Delaware. Topical treatments must be administered no less than 5 days prior to entry into Delaware. The wound location and treatment must be documented on the OCVI.

Warm-blooded animals originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm. All warm-blooded animals that have wounds that are not infested with NWS larvae can be imported into Delaware provided that the following requirements are met:

Sequence

Complete this before Entry into Delaware. July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate

If missed

No warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation are allowed to be imported into Delaware.

Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

No warm-blooded animals with NWS infestation are allowed to be imported into Delaware.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

All warm-blooded animals, including dogs, cats, and birds, originating from a state with reported infestations of New World Screwworm must be accompanied by an Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI) issued within 72 hours of movement. Hatching eggs and table eggs are exempt from these requirements.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

All warm-blooded animals that have wounds that are not infested with NWS larvae can be imported into Delaware provided that the following requirements are met:
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

The wound location and treatment must be documented on the OCVI.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

Oral or injected treatments must be administered no less than 5 days prior to entry into Delaware.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

Any animal with a wound must be treated with a product listed as having approval, conditional approval, or an emergency use authorization for NWS by FDA.
Agency guidance July2,2026 DelawareStateVet importupdate verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/07/FINAL4-NWS-Import-Requirements-07022026.pdf

Topical treatments must be administered no less than 5 days prior to entry into Delaware.

OHV registration

binds: A person who operates an off-highway vehicle within the State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Operates any off-highway vehicle within the State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Except as hereinafter provided, no person shall operate any off-highway vehicle within the State unless such vehicle has been registered in accordance with this chapter. A vehicle registered under this title, Title 23 (boats) or Title 2 (aircraft) is exempt from the registration provisions of this chapter. Registration is not required for an OHV which is operated exclusively in a special event upon a special area location of limited duration which is conducted according to a prearranged schedule under a permit from the governmental unit having jurisdiction. No registration hereunder shall be required for the following described off-highway vehicles: OHVs covered by a valid registration of another state or country and which have not been within this State for more than 15 consecutive days. OHVs being operated by a resident of a state or country which does not require off-highway vehicle registration and which have been issued a 1-year permit sticker as provided for in § 6807 of this title. Snowmobiles are excluded from this chapter.

(b) Proof of such registration shall be available for inspection upon demand by any peace, environmental protection or law-enforcement officer; however, the operator shall be allowed 24 hours to produce the registration card before a conviction can be obtained under this chapter, such registration having been legally issued at a time prior to the operator’s arrest.

If missed

A person convicted of a violation of any provision of this chapter is subject to the following penalties, unless otherwise provided for in this chapter. For a first offense, a fine of $100 and impoundment for up to 100 days, at the expense of the owner, of the OHV at the time of conviction.

Exceptions on record

21 Del. C. §6810(a)

A vehicle registered under this title, Title 23 (boats) or Title 2 (aircraft) is exempt from the registration provisions of this chapter.

21 Del. C. §6810(c)(2)

No registration hereunder shall be required for the following described off-highway vehicles: ... (2) OHVs being operated by a resident of a state or country which does not require off-highway vehicle registration and which have been issued a 1-year permit sticker as provided for in § 6807 of this title.

21 Del. C. §6801(c)

Snowmobiles are excluded from this chapter.

21 Del. C. §6810(b)

Registration is not required for an OHV which is operated exclusively in a special event upon a special area location of limited duration which is conducted according to a prearranged schedule under a permit from the governmental unit having jurisdiction.

21 Del. C. §6810(c)(1)

OHVs covered by a valid registration of another state or country and which have not been within this State for more than 15 consecutive days.

Statute 21 Del. C. §6801(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c068/index.html

(b) Proof of such registration shall be available for inspection upon demand by any peace, environmental protection or law-enforcement officer; however, the operator shall be allowed 24 hours to produce the registration card before a conviction can be obtained under this chapter, such registration having been legally issued at a time prior to the operator’s arrest.
Statute 21 Del. C. §6801(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c068/index.html

Except as hereinafter provided, no person shall operate any off-highway vehicle within the State unless such vehicle has been registered in accordance with this chapter.
Statute 21 Del. C. §6831(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c068/index.html

A person convicted of a violation of any provision of this chapter is subject to the following penalties, unless otherwise provided for in this chapter. (1) For a first offense, a fine of $100 and impoundment for up to 100 days, at the expense of the owner, of the OHV at the time of conviction.

OT compact home change

binds: Occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 member states

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 member states: (1) The occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant shall file an application for obtaining a new home state license by virtue of a compact privilege, pay all applicable fees, and notify the current and new home state in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission.

(a) An occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant may hold a home state license, which allows for compact privileges in member states, in only 1 member state at a time. (2) Upon receipt of an application for obtaining a new home state license by virtue of compact privilege, the new home state shall verify that the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant meets the pertinent criteria outlined in § 2005A of this title via the data system, without need for primary source verification except for: a. A Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint based criminal background check if not previously performed or updated pursuant to applicable rules adopted by the Commission in accordance with U.S. Public Law 92-544; b. Other criminal background check as required by the new home state; and c. Submission of any requisite jurisprudence requirements of the new home state. (3) The former home state shall convert the former home state license into a compact privilege once the new home state has activated the new home state license in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission. (4) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Compact, if the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant cannot meet the criteria in § 2005A of this title, the new home state shall apply its requirements for issuing a new single-state license. (5) The occupational therapist or the occupational therapy assistant shall pay all applicable fees to the new home state in order to be issued a new home state license. Until you receive your OTC privilege to practice, you need a license to practice in any state you wish to provide OT services. Follow that state licensing board’s traditional licensing process to obtain your license to practice. Delaware: Not Yet.

Statute 24 Del. C. §2006A, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

If an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant changes primary state of residence by moving between 2 member states: ---(1) The occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant shall file an application for obtaining a new home state license by virtue of a compact privilege, pay all applicable fees, and notify the current and new home state in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission.
Statute 24 Del. C. §2006A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

(a) An occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant may hold a home state license, which allows for compact privileges in member states, in only 1 member state at a time.
Statute 24 Del. C. §2006A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

---(2) Upon receipt of an application for obtaining a new home state license by virtue of compact privilege, the new home state shall verify that the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant meets the pertinent criteria outlined in § 2005A of this title via the data system, without need for primary source verification except for: ---a. A Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint based criminal background check if not previously performed
Statute 24 Del. C. §2006A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

or updated pursuant to applicable rules adopted by the Commission in accordance with U.S. Public Law 92-544; ---b. Other criminal background check as required by the new home state; and ---c. Submission of any requisite jurisprudence requirements of the new home state. ---(3) The former home state shall convert the former home state license into a compact privilege once the new home state has activated
Statute 24 Del. C. §2006A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

the new home state license in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission. ---(4) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Compact, if the occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant cannot meet the criteria in § 2005A of this title, the new home state shall apply its requirements for issuing a new single-state license. ---(5) The occupational therapist or the occupational therapy assistant shall pay all applicable fees to the
Statute 24 Del. C. §2006A, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

new home state in order to be issued a new home state license.
Agency guidance OT Compact Commission, current privilege-before-practice instruction verified Oct 2026

https://otcompact.gov/

Until you receive your OTC privilege to practice, you need a license to practice in any state you wish to provide OT services. Follow that state licensing board’s traditional licensing process to obtain your license to practice.
Agency guidance OT Compact Commission, Accepting OTC Applications table, Delaware row verified Oct 2026

https://otcompact.gov/before-you-apply/

Delaware Not Yet

PA compact home change

binds: Licensee applying for a compact privilege · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Any change in the address of the licensee’s primary residence

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

When applying for a compact privilege, the licensee shall provide the Commission with the address of the licensee’s primary residence and thereafter shall immediately report to the Commission any change in the address of the licensee’s primary residence.

Upon a licensee’s application for a compact privilege, the licensee shall identify to the Commission the participating state from which the licensee is applying, in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission, and subject to the following requirements:

Statute 24 Del. C. §1706B, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

When applying for a compact privilege, the licensee shall provide the Commission with the address of the licensee’s primary residence and thereafter shall immediately report to the Commission any change in the address of the licensee’s primary residence.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1706B, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

Upon a licensee’s application for a compact privilege, the licensee shall identify to the Commission the participating state from which the licensee is applying, in accordance with applicable rules adopted by the Commission, and subject to the following requirements:

Part-year income tax

binds: An individual who changes status during the taxable year from nonresident to resident · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Changes status during the taxable year from nonresident to resident

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If an individual changes status during the taxable year from nonresident to resident, the individual shall file a return for that portion of the year during which the individual is a resident and the State Tax Commissioner may, by forms or instructions, require the individual to file a return for that portion of the year during which the individual is a nonresident.

note

If an individual for any taxable year is required to file returns both as a resident and/or as a nonresident under § 1165 of this title, personal exemptions and the standard deduction shall be prorated between the 2 returns, to reflect the proportions of the taxable year during which the individual was a resident and a nonresident.

Statute 30 Del. C. §1165 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

If an individual changes status during the taxable year from resident to nonresident or from nonresident to resident, the individual shall file a return for that portion of the year during which the individual is a resident and the State Tax Commissioner may, by forms or instructions, require the individual to file a return for that portion of the year during which the individual is a nonresident.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1125(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc03/

An individual who is a resident of this State for only part of a taxable year shall have the election to either: (1) Report and compute the tax as payable by such individual under this chapter as if the individual were a resident for the entire taxable year and be allowed the applicable credit as provided in § 1111 of this title; or
Statute 30 Del. C. §1168 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

The income tax returns required by this chapter shall be filed on or before the thirtieth day of the fourth month following the close of the taxpayer’s taxable year.
Statute 30 Del. C. §1167(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c011/sc08/

If an individual for any taxable year is required to file returns both as a resident and/or as a nonresident under § 1165 of this title: (1) Personal exemptions and the standard deduction shall be prorated between the 2 returns, to reflect the proportions of the taxable year during which the individual was a resident and a nonresident; and

Plant watch list label

binds: Person with any viable portion, including seeds, of a plant on the Plant Watch List · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Import or transport any viable portion of a plant on the Plant Watch List

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person may import, export, buy, sell, transport, distribute, or propagate any viable portion, including seeds, of a plant on the Plant Watch List, unless the plant is identified with a tag, label, or sign published under § 2904 of this title.

Statute 3 Del. C. §2903(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

No person may import, export, buy, sell, transport, distribute, or propagate any viable portion, including seeds, of a plant on the Plant Watch List, unless the plant is identified with a tag, label, or sign published under § 2904 of this title.

Poultry premises registration

binds: All locations where live poultry is kept · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Live poultry is kept at a Delaware location

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The Delaware Department of Agriculture requires the registration of all locations where live poultry is kept. If you are a backyard flock owner and have not registered your flock, complete the Poultry Registration Form.

note

Registration allows timely information on disease incidents to be sent to all poultry producers.

Agency guidance DDA Poultry page, Backyard Flock Registration verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/poultry-animal-health/poultry/

The Delaware Department of Agriculture requires the registration of all locations where live poultry is kept.
Agency guidance DDA Poultry & Animal Health page, flock registration verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/poultry-animal-health/

If you are a backyard flock owner and have not registered your flock, complete the Poultry Registration Form
Agency guidance DDA Poultry page, registration purpose verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/poultry-animal-health/poultry/

This allows timely information on disease incidents to be sent to all poultry producers

PSYPACT APIT home state address notice

binds: Psychologists holding an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Sep 20, 2026 or later

Change of Home State address

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

In addition to complying with reporting name and address changes as required by the Home State, psychologists holding an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology must also notify the Commission of a change of name and/or Home State address within 30 days of the change. E. The Home State maintains authority over the license of any psychologist practicing into a Receiving State under the Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology.

A. A psychologist must identify the Home State which has been designated as such by the psychologist for purposes of practicing interjurisdictional telepsychology and participation in the Compact at the point of initial application and provide an update regarding any Home State changes. C. A psychologist holding a temporary permit, temporary license or other equivalent status does not allow the psychologist to practice under the authority of the Psychology 4 Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT). (14) “Home state” means: a compact state where a psychologist is licensed to practice psychology. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under the authorization to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology, the home state is the compact state where the psychologist is physically present when the telepsychological services are delivered. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under the temporary authorization to practice, the home state is any compact state where the psychologist is licensed. 4.9 Active Duty Military Personnel or Their Spouses: A licensed psychologist who is active duty military or is the spouse of an individual who is active duty military may designate one of the following as the Home State as long as the Receiving State and the Home State are members of the Compact: A. Home of Record; B. Permanent Change of Station (PCS); or C. State of Current Residence if it is different than the PCS state or Home of Record. D. The active duty military personnel or spouse of an individual who is active duty military may change the Member State designated as the individual’s Home State by notifying the 5 Commission. 8.3 Home State during Investigations: A psychologist with an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 4.4 during an investigation. A psychologist with a Temporary Authorization to Practice may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 5.4 during an investigation.

Exceptions on record

PSYPACT Rule 4.4C, temporary-license limit

C. A psychologist holding a temporary permit, temporary license or other equivalent status does not allow the psychologist to practice under the authority of the Psychology 4 Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT).

PSYPACT Rule 8.3, Home State change during investigations

8.3 Home State during Investigations: A psychologist with an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 4.4 during an investigation. A psychologist with a Temporary Authorization to Practice may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 5.4 during an investigation.

PSYPACT Rule 4.9, military/spouse Home State choices

4.9 Active Duty Military Personnel or Their Spouses: A licensed psychologist who is active duty military or is the spouse of an individual who is active duty military may designate one of the following as the Home State as long as the Receiving State and the Home State are members of the Compact: A. Home of Record; B. Permanent Change of Station (PCS); or C. State of Current Residence if

PSYPACT Rule 4.9, military/spouse Home State choices

it is different than the PCS state or Home of Record. D. The active duty military personnel or spouse of an individual who is active duty military may change the Member State designated as the individual’s Home State by notifying the 5 Commission.

Regulation PSYPACT Rule 4.4D, February 14, 2024 rule book edition verified Sep 2026

https://cdn.ymaws.com/psypact.gov/resource/resmgr/final_rules/psypact_rules_book_2.14.24.pdf

In addition to complying with reporting name and address changes as required by the Home State, psychologists holding an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology must also notify the Commission of a change of name and/or Home State address within 30 days of the change. E. The Home State maintains authority over the license of any psychologist practicing into a Receiving State under the Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology.
Regulation PSYPACT Rule 4.4A, actual Home State identification verified Sep 2026

https://cdn.ymaws.com/psypact.gov/resource/resmgr/final_rules/psypact_rules_book_2.14.24.pdf

A. A psychologist must identify the Home State which has been designated as such by the psychologist for purposes of practicing interjurisdictional telepsychology and participation in the Compact at the point of initial application and provide an update regarding any Home State changes.
Statute 24 Del. C. §3501A(14), APIT/TAP distinct Home State definitions verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

(14) “Home state” means: a compact state where a psychologist is licensed to practice psychology. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under the authorization to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology, the home state is the compact state where the psychologist is physically present when the telepsychological services are delivered. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under
Statute 24 Del. C. §3501A(14), APIT/TAP distinct Home State definitions verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

the temporary authorization to practice, the home state is any compact state where the psychologist is licensed.

PSYPACT TAP home state address notice

binds: Psychologists holding a Temporary Authorization to Practice · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Sep 20, 2026 or later

Change of Home State address

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

In addition to complying with reporting name and address change as required by the Home State, psychologists holding a Temporary Authorization to Practice must also notify the Commission of a change of name and/or Home State address within 30 days of the change.

A. A psychologist must identify the Home State which has been designated as such by the psychologist for purposes of the Temporary Authorization to Practice and participation in the Compact at the point of initial application and provide an update regarding any Home State changes. 4 C. A psychologist holding a temporary permit, temporary license or other equivalent status does not allow the psychologist to practice under the authority of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT). (14) “Home state” means: a compact state where a psychologist is licensed to practice psychology. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under the authorization to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology, the home state is the compact state where the psychologist is physically present when the telepsychological services are delivered. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under the temporary authorization to practice, the home state is any compact state where the psychologist is licensed. 5.9 Active Duty Military Personnel or Their Spouses: A licensed psychologist who is active duty military or is the spouse of an individual who is active duty military may designate one of the following as the Home State as long as the Distant State and the Home State are members of the Compact: A. Home of Record; B. Permanent Change of Station (PCS); or C. State of Current Residence if it is different than the PCS state or Home of Record. 5 D. The active duty military personnel or spouse of an individual who is active duty military may change the Member State designated as the individual’s Home State by notifying the Commission. 8.3 Home State during Investigations: A psychologist with an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 4.4 during an investigation. A psychologist with a Temporary Authorization to Practice may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 5.4 during an investigation.

Exceptions on record

PSYPACT Rule 5.4C, temporary-license limit

C. A psychologist holding a temporary permit, temporary license or other equivalent status does not allow the psychologist to practice under the authority of the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT).

PSYPACT Rule 8.3, Home State change during investigations

8.3 Home State during Investigations: A psychologist with an Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 4.4 during an investigation. A psychologist with a Temporary Authorization to Practice may not change their Home State as designated in Rule 5.4 during an investigation.

PSYPACT Rule 5.9, military/spouse Home State choices

5.9 Active Duty Military Personnel or Their Spouses: A licensed psychologist who is active duty military or is the spouse of an individual who is active duty military may designate one of the following as the Home State as long as the Distant State and the Home State are members of the Compact: A. Home of Record; B. Permanent Change of Station (PCS); or C. State of Current Residence if

PSYPACT Rule 5.9, military/spouse Home State choices

it is different than the PCS state or Home of Record. 5 D. The active duty military personnel or spouse of an individual who is active duty military may change the Member State designated as the individual’s Home State by notifying the Commission.

Regulation PSYPACT Rule 5.4D, February 14, 2024 rule book edition verified Sep 2026

https://cdn.ymaws.com/psypact.gov/resource/resmgr/final_rules/psypact_rules_book_2.14.24.pdf

In addition to complying with reporting name and address change as required by the Home State, psychologists holding a Temporary Authorization to Practice must also notify the Commission of a change of name and/or Home State address within 30 days of the change.
Regulation PSYPACT Rule 5.4A, actual Home State identification verified Sep 2026

https://cdn.ymaws.com/psypact.gov/resource/resmgr/final_rules/psypact_rules_book_2.14.24.pdf

A. A psychologist must identify the Home State which has been designated as such by the psychologist for purposes of the Temporary Authorization to Practice and participation in the Compact at the point of initial application and provide an update regarding any Home State changes. 4
Statute 24 Del. C. §3501A(14), APIT/TAP distinct Home State definitions verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

(14) “Home state” means: a compact state where a psychologist is licensed to practice psychology. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under the authorization to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology, the home state is the compact state where the psychologist is physically present when the telepsychological services are delivered. If the psychologist is licensed in more than 1 compact state and is practicing under
Statute 24 Del. C. §3501A(14), APIT/TAP distinct Home State definitions verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

the temporary authorization to practice, the home state is any compact state where the psychologist is licensed.

Public school immunization

binds: The parent, legal guardian, relative caregiver, or a school enterer who has reached the statutory age of majority, or 18 · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Entering or being admitted to a Delaware public school for the first time

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner. Four or more doses of diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis ... DTaP, DTP, or other approved vaccine. A child who received a fourth dose prior to ... the child's fourth birthday shall have a fifth dose; Three or more doses of inactivated polio virus vaccine ... IPV, oral polio vaccine ... OPV, or ... approved vaccine. A child who received a third dose prior to ... the child's fourth birthday shall have a fourth dose. Two doses of measles, ... mumps, and rubella ... MMR approved vaccine. The first dose should be administered on or after the age of 12 months. The second dose should be administered after the fourth birthday. Three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine. Two doses of ... varicella approved vaccine. An adolescent booster dose of Tdap or other ... approved vaccine administered at age 11-12 (preferred) or prior to entry to Grade 9. One dose of meningococcal ... approved vaccine prior to Grade 9, with a booster dose required at age 16-18 years.

entering or being admitted to a Delaware public school district or public school for the first time, including ... foreign exchange students, immigrants, students from other states and ... children entering from nonpublic schools. school enterer may be conditionally admitted to a Delaware school district by presenting a statement from a licensed health care practitioner who specifies that the ... school enterer has received at least: school vaccination medical exemption form from a ... physician, medical doctor, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, stating that immunization is medically contraindicated. If a student does not meet the criteria outlined on the medical exemption form, the supplemental school vaccine exemption form must also be completed. The supplemental form, along with the medical exemption form, must be submitted to the DPH for review and approval. Religious exemptions shall be approved upon receipt of a notarized Affidavit of Religious Belief Provision for an enrollee who has reached the statutory age of majority set by laws for the State to be responsible for that enrollee’s immunization program and for execution of the request for religious exemption herein authorized; The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records. If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced. School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, guardianship and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment and participation of identified special populations. A child who received the first dose of diphtheria and tetanus containing vaccine as adult Td vaccine at or after age ... 7 may meet this requirement with only ... 3 doses of Td or ... approved vaccine. Disease histories for measles, ... rubella, and mumps shall not be accepted unless serologically confirmed. For children 11 to 15 years old age, ... 2 doses of an ... approved vaccine may be used. Titers are not acceptable in lieu of completing the vaccine series ... Medical documentation of disease history for Hepatitis B shall not be accepted unless serologically confirmed. A written disease history, provided by the health care provider, will be accepted in lieu of the ... varicella vaccination. Children who enter school prior to age ... 4 shall follow current ... DPH recommendations. One dose of DTaP, or DTP, or DT, or ... approved vaccine; and One dose of IPV or OPV, or ... approved vaccine; and One dose of measles, mumps and rubella ... MMR, approved vaccine; and The first dose of the Hepatitis B series; and One dose of ... varicella vaccine; and One dose of meningococcal vaccine, if entering a ... secondary school according to subsections 4.1 and 4.1.2. in the event that the Division of Public Health declares that there is an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease or if in the estimation of the Division of Public Health any child has had or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease Two doses of meningococcal vaccine ... required, with an initial dose at ages 11-12 and a booster at ages 16-18 per subsections 4.1 and 4.1.2 below. means a vaccine, vaccine combination, formulation, or schedule ... that is authorized or recommended by the Delaware Division of Public Health, or DPH, within the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, or DHSS, consistent with current state immunization requirements. means any child between birth and ... 20 years inclusive entering or being admitted to a Delaware public school district or public school for the first time, including ... foreign exchange students, immigrants, students from other states and ... territories, and children entering from nonpublic schools. shall have ... immunizations given up to ... 4 days prior to the minimum interval or age and shall include: School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, ... guardianship, and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment of homeless children and youth. To that end, school districts shall assist homeless children and youth in meeting the immunization requirements. The parent, legal guardian, relative ... caregiver, or a ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner.

If missed

Provision that persons seeking to be enrollees of the public school who have not been immunized or do not meet the requirements for immunization within the time prescribed shall be denied further attendance in the public schools; ... Provision for written notification of the parent, or legal guardian of an enrollee, of a pending exclusion; any child who is enrolled in a public school and who has been exempt from the immunization program for any of the causes authorized herein shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school. An enrollee so temporarily excluded shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health;

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.4, May 2026 errata

School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, ... guardianship, and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment of homeless children and youth. To that end, school districts shall assist homeless children and youth in meeting the immunization requirements.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.2.1

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(2)

If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.1

School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, guardianship and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment and participation of identified special populations.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.1.2; February 2026 final

A child who received the first dose of diphtheria and tetanus containing vaccine as adult Td vaccine at or after age ... 7 may meet this requirement with only ... 3 doses of Td or ... approved vaccine.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.3.1; February 2026 final

Disease histories for measles, ... rubella, and mumps shall not be accepted unless serologically confirmed.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.4.1; February 2026 final

For children 11 to 15 years old age, ... 2 doses of an ... approved vaccine may be used.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.4.2; February 2026 final

Titers are not acceptable in lieu of completing the vaccine series ... Medical documentation of disease history for Hepatitis B shall not be accepted unless serologically confirmed.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.5.2; February 2026 final

A written disease history, provided by the health care provider, will be accepted in lieu of the ... varicella vaccination.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.1; February 2026 final

One dose of DTaP, or DTP, or DT, or ... approved vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.2; February 2026 final

One dose of IPV or OPV, or ... approved vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.3; February 2026 final

One dose of measles, mumps and rubella ... MMR, approved vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.4; February 2026 final

The first dose of the Hepatitis B series; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.5; February 2026 final

One dose of ... varicella vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.6; February 2026 final

One dose of meningococcal vaccine, if entering a ... secondary school according to subsections 4.1 and 4.1.2.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3; February 2026 final

school enterer may be conditionally admitted to a Delaware school district by presenting a statement from a licensed health care practitioner who specifies that the ... school enterer has received at least:

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.1; February 2026 final

school vaccination medical exemption form from a ... physician, medical doctor, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, stating that immunization is medically contraindicated.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.2; February 2026 final

If a student does not meet the criteria outlined on the medical exemption form, the supplemental school vaccine exemption form must also be completed. The supplemental form, along with the medical exemption form, must be submitted to the DPH for review and approval.

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.3; February 2026 final

Religious exemptions shall be approved upon receipt of a notarized Affidavit of Religious Belief

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §2.0; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

entering or being admitted to a Delaware public school district or public school for the first time, including ... foreign exchange students, immigrants, students from other states and ... children entering from nonpublic schools.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.3; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Religious exemptions must be renewed annually.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(9) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Provision for an enrollee who has reached the statutory age of majority set by laws for the State to be responsible for that enrollee’s immunization program and for execution of the request for religious exemption herein authorized;
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

any child who is enrolled in a public school and who has been exempt from the immunization program for any of the causes authorized herein shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.6 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Two doses of meningococcal vaccine ... required, with an initial dose at ages 11-12 and a booster at ages 16-18 per subsections 4.1 and 4.1.2 below.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §2.0 approved vaccine verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

means a vaccine, vaccine combination, formulation, or schedule ... that is authorized or recommended by the Delaware Division of Public Health, or DPH, within the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, or DHSS, consistent with current state immunization requirements.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §2.0 school enterer verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

means any child between birth and ... 20 years inclusive entering or being admitted to a Delaware public school district or public school for the first time, including ... foreign exchange students, immigrants, students from other states and ... territories, and children entering from nonpublic schools.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1 minimum interval/age verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

shall have ... immunizations given up to ... 4 days prior to the minimum interval or age and shall include:
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

An enrollee so temporarily excluded shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health;
Regulation 29 DE Reg. 901, May 1, 2026, 804 errata verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/May2026/428efbc1-23e5-47a9-b127-094062022717

This regulation was published as final in the February 01, 2026 issue of the Delaware Register of Regulations (29 DE Reg. 697 (02/01/26)) with an effective date of February 11, 2026.
Statute 14 Del. C. §163A(C) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Compacting states shall give 30 days from the date of enrollment or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission, for students to obtain any immunization(s) required by the receiving state. For a series of immunizations, initial vaccinations must be obtained within 30 days or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.1; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Four or more doses of diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis ... DTaP, DTP, or other approved vaccine.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.1.1; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

A child who received a fourth dose prior to ... the child's fourth birthday shall have a fifth dose;
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.2; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Three or more doses of inactivated polio virus vaccine ... IPV, oral polio vaccine ... OPV, or ... approved vaccine.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.2.1; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

A child who received a third dose prior to ... the child's fourth birthday shall have a fourth dose.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.3; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Two doses of measles, ... mumps, and rubella ... MMR approved vaccine. The first dose should be administered on or after the age of 12 months. The second dose should be administered after the fourth birthday.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 actor and documentation verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

The parent, legal guardian, relative ... caregiver, or a ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.4; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.1.5; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Two doses of ... varicella approved vaccine.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.2; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Within 14 calendar days after notification, evidence must be presented to the school that the basic series of immunizations has been initiated or has been completed. Acceptable evidence includes entry into the Delaware Immunization Registry, or DelVAX.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §3.2; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Children who enter school prior to age ... 4 shall follow current ... DPH recommendations.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §4.1.1; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

An adolescent booster dose of Tdap or other ... approved vaccine administered at age 11-12 (preferred) or prior to entry to Grade 9.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §4.1.2; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

One dose of meningococcal ... approved vaccine prior to Grade 9, with a booster dose required at age 16-18 years.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

in the event that the Division of Public Health declares that there is an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease or if in the estimation of the Division of Public Health any child has had or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(2)b verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Begun the series of immunizations not later than the time of enrollment to be completed within a reasonable time as prescribed by the Department in relation to the particular immunization involved;
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(3)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Provision that persons seeking to be enrollees of the public school who have not been immunized or do not meet the requirements for immunization within the time prescribed shall be denied further attendance in the public schools; ... Provision for written notification of the parent, or legal guardian of an enrollee, of a pending exclusion;

Released sex offender principal notice

binds: Any sex offender who is released, discharged or paroled from any Level IV or Level V facility or other custodial institution · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Attending school; enrollment

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If an offender is attending school, the offender shall inform the principal of the school upon enrollment of the offender’s registration, unless pursuant to § 4123 of this title, the Family Court has not required a juvenile adjudicated delinquent of a sex offense to register.

Any sex offender who is released, discharged or paroled from any Level IV or Level V facility or other custodial institution after that sex offender has completed a sentence imposed following a conviction for any offense specified in § 4121(a)(4) of this title shall be required to register as a sex offender, unless pursuant to § 4123 of this title, the Family Court has not required a juvenile adjudicated delinquent of a sex offense to register.

Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(b)(3) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

If an offender is attending school, the offender shall inform the principal of the school upon enrollment of the offender’s registration, unless pursuant to § 4123 of this title, the Family Court has not required a juvenile adjudicated delinquent of a sex offense to register.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(b)(1), release population and juvenile exception verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

Any sex offender who is released, discharged or paroled from any Level IV or Level V facility or other custodial institution after that sex offender has completed a sentence imposed following a conviction for any offense specified in § 4121(a)(4) of this title shall be required to register as a sex offender, unless pursuant to § 4123 of this title, the Family Court has not required a juvenile adjudicated delinquent
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(b)(1), release population and juvenile exception verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

of a sex offense to register.

Respiratory compact home change

binds: Licensee · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Change in the address of the licensee’s domicile

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Report to the Commission, when applying for a compact privilege, the address of the licensee’s domicile and thereafter promptly report to the Commission any change in the address of the licensee’s domicile within 30 days of the effective date of the change in address.

To exercise the compact privilege under the terms and provisions of this Compact, the licensee shall do all of the following: (1) Hold and maintain an active home state license as a respiratory therapist. (2) Hold and maintain an active credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its successor) that would qualify them for licensure in the remote state in which they are seeking the privilege. (3) Have not had any adverse action against a license within the previous 2 years. (4) Notify the Commission that the licensee is seeking the compact privilege within a remote state. (5) Pay any applicable fees, including any state and commission fees and renewal fees, for the compact privilege. (6) Meet any jurisprudence requirements established by the remote state in which the licensee is seeking a compact privilege.

Statute 24 Del. C. §1704C, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

Report to the Commission, when applying for a compact privilege, the address of the licensee’s domicile and thereafter promptly
Statute 24 Del. C. §1704C, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

report to the Commission any change in the address of the licensee’s domicile within 30 days of the effective date of the change in address.
Statute 24 Del. C. §1704C, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

To exercise the compact privilege under the terms and provisions of this Compact, the licensee shall do all of the following: ---(1) Hold and maintain an active home state license as a respiratory therapist. ---(2) Hold and maintain an active credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (or its successor) that would qualify them for licensure in the remote state in which they are seeking the privilege. ---(3) Have
Statute 24 Del. C. §1704C, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

not had any adverse action against a license within the previous 2 years. ---(4) Notify the Commission that the licensee is seeking the compact privilege within a remote state. ---(5) Pay any applicable fees, including any state and commission fees and renewal fees, for the compact privilege. ---(6) Meet any jurisprudence requirements established by the remote state in which the licensee is seeking a compact privilege.

Ribes additional plants written notice

binds: Permitee · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

Additional Ribes plants received during the permit period

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If any additional Ribes plants are received by the permitee during this period, the permitee shall notify the Department in writing, and include variety information and location of plants.

the permit shall expire five years from the date of issuance “Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings. Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

If missed

the permit may be revoked at any time, if the Department determines that the permitee did not follow permit conditions, if plants appear to be a risk of spread of white pine blister rust, or if white pine blister rust is discovered near the permitted location.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.2

Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

If any additional Ribes plants are received by the permitee during this period, the permitee shall notify the Department in writing, and include variety information and location of plants.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the permit shall expire five years from the date of issuance
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

“Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the permit may be revoked at any time, if the Department determines that the permitee did not follow permit conditions, if plants appear to be a risk of spread of white pine blister rust, or if white pine blister rust is discovered near the permitted location.

Ribes department site access

binds: Permitee · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

Department inspections of site where permitted plants are grown

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

the permitee must allow Department access to site where the plants are grown.

the Department may inspect plants at least once each year during the permit period to ensure freedom from white pine blister rust disease. Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

If missed

the permit may be revoked at any time, if the Department determines that the permitee did not follow permit conditions, if plants appear to be a risk of spread of white pine blister rust, or if white pine blister rust is discovered near the permitted location. If, upon inspection, white pine blister rust is found on the Ribes plants, the Department will issue a Control or Destruction order, in accordance with Title 3, Chapter 11, and at the permitee’s expense.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.2

Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.1.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the permitee must allow Department access to site where the plants are grown.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the Department may inspect plants at least once each year during the permit period to ensure freedom from white pine blister rust disease.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the permit may be revoked at any time, if the Department determines that the permitee did not follow permit conditions, if plants appear to be a risk of spread of white pine blister rust, or if white pine blister rust is discovered near the permitted location.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.1.3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

If, upon inspection, white pine blister rust is found on the Ribes plants, the Department will issue a Control or Destruction order, in accordance with Title 3, Chapter 11, and at the permitee’s expense.

Ribes golden black currant ban

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

Possess or transport Ribes aurium or Ribes nigrum within the State of Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall possess or transport the plants Ribes aurium (golden currant) or Ribes nigrum (black currant) within the State of Delaware. No permits shall be issued for the plants Ribes aurium or Ribes nigrum.

“Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings. Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

If missed

Any Ribes species plants found to have been transported or propagated in violation of these regulations shall be destroyed at the owner’s expense by the Department of Agriculture, and the owner assessed a civil penalty, in accordance with §1109(e).

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.2

Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §4.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

No person shall possess or transport the plants Ribes aurium (golden currant) or Ribes nigrum (black currant) within the State of Delaware. No permits shall be issued for the plants Ribes aurium or Ribes nigrum.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

"Person" means any individual, governmental entity, firm, partnership, corporation, company, society, association, or any organized group of persons, and every officer, agent, or employee thereof.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

“Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §7 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

Any Ribes species plants found to have been transported or propagated in violation of these regulations shall be destroyed at the owner’s expense by the Department of Agriculture, and the owner assessed a civil penalty, in accordance with §1109(e).

Ribes import plant application

binds: Person applying for the permit · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

Import and plant the Ribes plants specified in the application

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The permit must include the following information: 5.2.1 name, address, and telephone number of person applying for the permit 5.2.2 number of plants to be grown or imported during permit period, listed by cultivar 5.2.3 detailed map showing where Ribes cultivars will be grown during the permit period. The application is not valid as a permit, unless signed by an authorized Department official.

Not valid unless signed by an authorized official. Map Please attach a detailed map showing where permitted plants will be grown. Permits are not issued for Ribes aurium and R. nigrum (golden and black currant). The Delaware Department of Agriculture authorizes the applicant to import and plant the Ribes plants as specified in this application. This permit does not wave any other rules and regulations regarding the movement of nursery stock. Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations. The permit shall expire five years from the date of issuance. The permit must include the following information: 5.2.1 name, address, and telephone number of person applying for the permit 5.2.2 number of plants to be grown or imported during permit period, listed by cultivar 5.2.3 detailed map showing where Ribes cultivars will be grown during the permit period.

Exceptions on record

DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6

Permits are not issued for Ribes aurium and R. nigrum (golden and black currant).

DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6

Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

Form instructions DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

Not valid unless signed by an authorized official.
Form instructions DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

Map Please attach a detailed map showing where permitted plants will be grown.
Form instructions DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

The Delaware Department of Agriculture authorizes the applicant to import and plant the Ribes plants as specified in this application. This permit does not wave any other rules and regulations regarding the movement of nursery stock.
Form instructions DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

At the end of the permit period, the permitee shall remove and destroy all permitted plants, unless the permit is amended and approved by the Department.
Form instructions DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

If any additional Ribes plants are received by the permitee during this period, the permitee shall notify the Department in writing, and include variety information and location of plants.
Form instructions DDA Ribes permit pp1–2, quoted 803 §§5.3/6 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

the permitee must allow Department access to site where the plants are grown.
Form instructions DDA Ribes permit p2 / 803 §5.3.1 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2017/12/Ribes_Permit-1.pdf

The permit shall expire five years from the date of issuance.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

The permit must include the following information: 5.2.1 name, address, and telephone number of person applying for the permit 5.2.2 number of plants to be grown or imported during permit period, listed by cultivar 5.2.3 detailed map showing where Ribes cultivars will be grown during the permit period.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

The application is not valid as a permit, unless signed by an authorized Department official.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

"Person" means any individual, governmental entity, firm, partnership, corporation, company, society, association, or any organized group of persons, and every officer, agent, or employee thereof.

Ribes permit expiry destruction

binds: Permitee · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

End of the permit period

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

at the end of the permit period, the permitee shall remove and destroy all permitted plants, unless the permit is amended and approved by the Department.

the permit shall expire five years from the date of issuance “Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings. Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

If missed

the permit may be revoked at any time, if the Department determines that the permitee did not follow permit conditions, if plants appear to be a risk of spread of white pine blister rust, or if white pine blister rust is discovered near the permitted location. Any Ribes species plants found to have been transported or propagated in violation of these regulations shall be destroyed at the owner’s expense by the Department of Agriculture, and the owner assessed a civil penalty, in accordance with §1109(e).

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.2

Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

at the end of the permit period, the permitee shall remove and destroy all permitted plants, unless the permit is amended and approved by the Department.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the permit shall expire five years from the date of issuance
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

“Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.3.4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

the permit may be revoked at any time, if the Department determines that the permitee did not follow permit conditions, if plants appear to be a risk of spread of white pine blister rust, or if white pine blister rust is discovered near the permitted location.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §7 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

Any Ribes species plants found to have been transported or propagated in violation of these regulations shall be destroyed at the owner’s expense by the Department of Agriculture, and the owner assessed a civil penalty, in accordance with §1109(e).

Ribes possession transport permit

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

Possess or transport plants of the genus Ribes sp. within the State of Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall possess or transport plants of the genus Ribes sp. without a valid permit from the Department of Agriculture.

“Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings. No person shall possess or transport the plants Ribes aurium (golden currant) or Ribes nigrum (black currant) within the State of Delaware. No permits shall be issued for the plants Ribes aurium or Ribes nigrum. A permit authorizing shipment, planting and propagation within a specified area may be obtained from the Delaware Department of Agriculture, Plant Industries for Ribes sp as specified in Section 4.0 of this regulation. The application is not valid as a permit, unless signed by an authorized Department official. Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

Sequence

Complete this before Possess or transport plants of the genus Ribes sp.. Gate artifact: Valid permit from the Department of Agriculture. 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §4.2

If missed

Any Ribes species plants found to have been transported or propagated in violation of these regulations shall be destroyed at the owner’s expense by the Department of Agriculture, and the owner assessed a civil penalty, in accordance with §1109(e).

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 803 §6.2

Plants used for experimental, educational or scientific purposes are not exempted from these regulations.

3 DE Admin. Code 803 §4.1

No person shall possess or transport the plants Ribes aurium (golden currant) or Ribes nigrum (black currant) within the State of Delaware. No permits shall be issued for the plants Ribes aurium or Ribes nigrum.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

A permit authorizing shipment, planting and propagation within a specified area may be obtained from the Delaware Department of Agriculture, Plant Industries for Ribes sp as specified in Section 4.0 of this regulation.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §5.4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

The application is not valid as a permit, unless signed by an authorized Department official.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §7 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

Any Ribes species plants found to have been transported or propagated in violation of these regulations shall be destroyed at the owner’s expense by the Department of Agriculture, and the owner assessed a civil penalty, in accordance with §1109(e).
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §2.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

Therefore, the importation and cultivation of Ribes species is prohibited except as outlined in this regulation.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §2.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

The Plant Industries Administrator or her or his designee shall have the authority to administer these regulations and shall be solely responsible for making the determinations required herein.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §4.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

No person shall possess or transport plants of the genus Ribes sp. without a valid permit from the Department of Agriculture.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

"Person" means any individual, governmental entity, firm, partnership, corporation, company, society, association, or any organized group of persons, and every officer, agent, or employee thereof.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 803 §3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/800/52b7fe90-ca34-461e-93a8-09de43ba6eff

“Plant” refers to all plant parts, including whole plants, roots, scions, seeds and/or cuttings.

School enrollment

binds: Every person in this State who has legal custody, guardianship of the person, or legal control of a child between 5 and 16 years of age, including any person acting as a caregiver pursuant to §202(f) · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Legal custody, guardianship of the person, or legal control of a child between 5 and 16 years of age

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Enroll the child in a public school in the school district of the person’s residence

Subsequent school years Fifth birthday on or before August 31 of the respective year. Local school authorities may grant exceptions to the above schedule for entry into school if they determine that such exception is in the best interest of the child. Section 2702 of this title shall not apply to any student enrolled in a private school who is receiving regular and thorough instruction in the subjects prescribed for the public schools of the State in a manner suitable to children of the same age and stage of advancement, provided that such private school is subject to and in compliance with § 2704 of this title. For the purposes of this section, any student who is home-schooled in any manner provided for in § 2703 A of this title shall also be exempt from the provisions of § 2702 of this title. “Single-family homeschool” means the education of an individual’s own child, primarily by the parent or legal guardian of the child, mainly in their own residence. “Multi-family homeschool” means the education of children, primarily by the parents or legal guardians of the children mainly in 1 or more residences, or other facilities, when the children are not all related to each other as brother or sister. A person shall act as a liaison to the Department of Education for reporting enrollment and attendance information for all families involved. “Single-family homeschool coordinated with the local school district” means the education of a child primarily by the parent or legal guardian of the child, mainly in their own residence, using a curriculum approved by the local superintendent or the local superintendent’s designee. The local superintendent shall determine in writing that the student is or will be provided with regular and thorough instruction by the student’s parent or legal guardian in the subjects prescribed for the public schools of the State and in a manner suitable to children of the same age and stage of advancement. Other provisions of this title notwithstanding, a child may be exempted from § 2702 of this title upon request of the parent, guardian or other person legally having control of that child when the request is supported by written documentation of a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist or neurologist, as the case may require. The request and documentation shall be addressed to the superintendent of schools of the district in which the child resides and, in the case of a child with a disability or disabilities, the child’s Individual Education Program (IEP) team, for the development of an educational program and determination of whether a change of placement is necessary to ensure that the child receives a free and appropriate public education. If a child is a resident of the State at the time of that child’s eligibility for admission to the kindergarten at age 5, the parents, guardian or legal custodian of that child may request that school authorities evaluate the child’s readiness for attendance and may request a delay of 1 year in that attendance. If a child was not a resident of the State at the time of that child’s eligibility for admission to the kindergarten at age 5, the parents, guardian or legal custodian of that child may request that school authorities evaluate the child’s readiness for attendance and on the basis of that evaluation authorize admission to grade 1. The parent, guardian, legal custodian or relative care giver, as defined in § 202(f)(2) of this title, of a child who is eligible for admission to kindergarten at age 5 may opt for the child to attend kindergarten for a half-day per day, totaling 440 hours in a school year. Under §162 A, the provisions of this interstate compact shall only apply to local education agencies as defined in this compact. This compact shall apply to the children of: Active duty members of the uniformed services as defined in this compact, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty orders pursuant to 10 U.S.C. §§ 1209 and 1211; Members or veterans of the uniformed services who are severely injured and medically discharged or retired for a period of 1 year after medical discharge or retirement; Members of the uniformed services who die on active duty or as a result of injuries sustained on active duty for a period of 1 year after death. Students shall be allowed to continue their enrollment at grade level in the receiving state commensurate with their grade level (including kindergarten) from a local education agency in the sending state at the time of transition, regardless of age. A child in the custody of DSCYF under Chapter 25 of Title 13 must remain in the child’s school of origin, unless a determination is made that it is not in the child’s best interest to attend such school. If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced. Persons attending the public schools of this State shall attend the public schools in the school district within which they reside, except as provided in Chapters 4, 5 and 6 of this title and in Chapter 92, Volume 23, Laws of Delaware, as amended by Chapter 172, Volume 55, Laws of Delaware. Notwithstanding the foregoing, homeless children and unaccompanied youth, as defined by 42 U.S.C. § 11434 a, shall attend school in accordance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. §§ 11431 to 11435]; provided any person determined to be ineligible under the act may be denied enrollment.

Exceptions on record

14 Del. C. §2705(a)

Other provisions of this title notwithstanding, a child may be exempted from § 2702 of this title upon request of the parent, guardian or other person legally having control of that child when the request is supported by written documentation of a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist or neurologist, as the case may require.

14 Del. C. §2705(a)

The request and documentation shall be addressed to the superintendent of schools of the district in which the child resides and, in the case of a child with a disability or disabilities, the child’s Individual Education Program (IEP) team, for the development of an educational program and determination of whether a change of placement is necessary to ensure that the child receives a free and appropriate public education.

14 Del. C. §202(c)

Persons attending the public schools of this State shall attend the public schools in the school district within which they reside, except as provided in Chapters 4, 5 and 6 of this title and in Chapter 92, Volume 23, Laws of Delaware, as amended by Chapter 172, Volume 55, Laws of Delaware.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(2)

If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(1)

A child in the custody of DSCYF under Chapter 25 of Title 13 must remain in the child’s school of origin, unless a determination is made that it is not in the child’s best interest to attend such school.

14 Del. C. §202(c), homeless and unaccompanied youth

Notwithstanding the foregoing, homeless children and unaccompanied youth, as defined by 42 U.S.C. § 11434a, shall attend school in accordance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvement Act [42 U.S.C. §§ 11431 to 11435]; provided any person determined to be ineligible under the act may be denied enrollment.

14 Del. C. §2703A(b)(3)

“Single-family homeschool coordinated with the local school district” means the education of a child primarily by the parent or legal guardian of the child, mainly in their own residence, using a curriculum approved by the local superintendent or the local superintendent’s designee.

14 Del. C. §2703A(b)(3)

The local superintendent shall determine in writing that the student is or will be provided with regular and thorough instruction by the student’s parent or legal guardian in the subjects prescribed for the public schools of the State and in a manner suitable to children of the same age and stage of advancement.

14 Del. C. §2703

For the purposes of this section, any student who is home-schooled in any manner provided for in § 2703A of this title shall also be exempt from the provisions of § 2702 of this title.

14 Del. C. §2703A(b)(1)

“Multi-family homeschool” means the education of children, primarily by the parents or legal guardians of the children mainly in 1 or more residences, or other facilities, when the children are not all related to each other as brother or sister. A person shall act as a liaison to the Department of Education for reporting enrollment and attendance information for all families involved.

14 Del. C. §2703A(b)(2)

“Single-family homeschool” means the education of an individual’s own child, primarily by the parent or legal guardian of the child, mainly in their own residence.

14 Del. C. §2702(c)(1)

If a child is a resident of the State at the time of that child’s eligibility for admission to the kindergarten at age 5, the parents, guardian or legal custodian of that child may request that school authorities evaluate the child’s readiness for attendance and may request a delay of 1 year in that attendance.

14 Del. C. §2702(c)(3)

The parent, guardian, legal custodian or relative care giver, as defined in § 202(f)(2) of this title, of a child who is eligible for admission to kindergarten at age 5 may opt for the child to attend kindergarten for a half-day per day, totaling 440 hours in a school year.

14 Del. C. §2702(c)(2)

If a child was not a resident of the State at the time of that child’s eligibility for admission to the kindergarten at age 5, the parents, guardian or legal custodian of that child may request that school authorities evaluate the child’s readiness for attendance and on the basis of that evaluation authorize admission to grade 1.

14 Del. C. §163A(D)

Students shall be allowed to continue their enrollment at grade level in the receiving state commensurate with their grade level (including kindergarten) from a local education agency in the sending state at the time of transition, regardless of age.

14 Del. C. §2703

Section 2702 of this title shall not apply to any student enrolled in a private school who is receiving regular and thorough instruction in the subjects prescribed for the public schools of the State in a manner suitable to children of the same age and stage of advancement, provided that such private school is subject to and in compliance with § 2704 of this title.

Statute 14 Del. C. §2702(a)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Every person in this State who has legal custody, guardianship of the person, or legal control of a child between 5 and 16 years of age, including any person acting as a caregiver pursuant to the provisions of § 202(f) of this title, shall enroll the child in a public school in the school district of the person’s residence.
Statute 14 Del. C. §2702(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Subsequent school years Fifth birthday on or before August 31 of the respective year. Local school authorities may grant exceptions to the above schedule for entry into school if they determine that such exception is in the best interest of the child.
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Active duty members of the uniformed services as defined in this compact, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty orders pursuant to 10 U.S.C. §§ 1209 and 1211;
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

this compact shall apply to the children of:
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A)(3) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Members of the uniformed services who die on active duty or as a result of injuries sustained on active duty for a period of 1 year after death.
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(B) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

The provisions of this interstate compact shall only apply to local education agencies as defined in this compact.
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Members or veterans of the uniformed services who are severely injured and medically discharged or retired for a period of 1 year after medical discharge or retirement;

School entry health examination

binds: Public school student · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

First enrollment in Delaware public school

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The first health examination shall have been done within the 2 years prior to enrollment into a Delaware public school.

The requirement for the health examination may be waived for students whose parent, guardian or relative caregiver as defined in 14 Del.C. §202(f), or the student if 18 years or older, or an unaccompanied homeless youth (as defined by 42 USC §11434a) presents a written declaration acknowledged before a notary public, that because of individual religious beliefs, they reject the concept of health examinations. The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records. If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced. School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, guardianship and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment and participation of identified special populations. 3.1.6 The Delaware School Health Examination Form or the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association Pre- Participation Physical Evaluation Form may be used as documentation of the health examination. For the purpose of this regulation, the "Delaware School Health Examination Form" means the age-appropriate form developed by the Delaware Department of Education or a substantially similar form for documenting information from the parent, guardian or relative caregiver, and healthcare provider on the student's health status. In addition, a district or charter school may accept a health examination or evaluation documentation on a form which includes, at a minimum, health history, immunizations, results of medical tests and screenings, medical diagnoses, prescribed medications and treatments, and healthcare plans.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.4

The requirement for the health examination may be waived for students whose parent, guardian or relative caregiver as defined in 14 Del.C. §202(f), or the student if 18 years or older, or an unaccompanied homeless youth (as defined by 42 USC §11434a) presents a written declaration acknowledged before a notary public, that because of individual religious beliefs, they reject the concept of health examinations.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.2.1

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(2)

If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.1

School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, guardianship and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment and participation of identified special populations.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.6 accepted examination forms verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

3.1.6 The Delaware School Health Examination Form or the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association Pre- Participation Physical Evaluation Form may be used as documentation of the health examination. For the purpose of this regulation, the "Delaware School Health Examination Form" means the age-appropriate form developed by the Delaware Department of Education or a substantially similar form for documenting information from the parent, guardian or relative caregiver, and healthcare provider on the
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.6 accepted examination forms verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

student's health status. In addition, a district or charter school may accept a health examination or evaluation documentation on a form which includes, at a minimum, health history, immunizations, results of medical tests and screenings, medical diagnoses, prescribed medications and treatments, and healthcare plans.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

The first health examination shall have been done within the 2 years prior to enrollment into a Delaware public school.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

Within 30 calendar days after enrollment, any public school student who has not complied with the health examination requirement shall have received the health examination or shall have a documented appointment with a healthcare provider for the health examination. If this documentation is not provided within 30 calendar days, the student shall be excluded from school until this documentation is received.

School entry TB screening

binds: New school enrollee · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Enrollment in a Delaware public school for the first time, or re-enrollment following travel or residency of 1 month in a location or facility identified by the Division of Public Health as at risk for tuberculosis exposure

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

New school enrollees shall provide tuberculosis screening results from either a tuberculosis test or the results of a tuberculosis risk assessment administered within the past 12 months prior to school enrollment.

If the new school enrollee is in compliance with the other school enrollment health requirements, a school nurse who is trained in the use of the Delaware Department of Education TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire for Students may administer the questionnaire to the student’s parent, guardian, or relative caregiver, or to a new school enrollee who has reached the statutory age of majority (18). The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records. If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced. “New school enrollee” means any child enrolling in a Delaware public school for the first time.

If missed

In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §4.1

If the new school enrollee is in compliance with the other school enrollment health requirements, a school nurse who is trained in the use of the Delaware Department of Education TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire for Students may administer the questionnaire to the student’s parent, guardian, or relative caregiver, or to a new school enrollee who has reached the statutory age of majority (18).

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.2.1

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(2)

If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §1.0 school-enterer definition verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

“New school enrollee” means any child enrolling in a Delaware public school for the first time. For purposes of this regulation, “new school enrollee” shall also include any child who is re-enrolled in a Delaware public school following travel or residency of 1 month in a location or facility identified by the Delaware Division of Public Health as an area at risk for tuberculosis exposure.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §4.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

New school enrollees shall provide tuberculosis screening results from either a tuberculosis test or the results of a tuberculosis risk assessment administered within the past 12 months prior to school enrollment.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §1.0, New school enrollee definition verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

“New school enrollee” means any child enrolling in a Delaware public school for the first time.

School exemption outbreak schoolwork

binds: Parent, legal guardian, or relative caregiver · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

During a temporary exclusion

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

During a temporary exclusion, the school and parent, legal guardian, or relative caregiver shall assist the student with keeping up with school work. No academic penalty shall be assessed provided the student completes assignments.

Upon approval of a medical, supplemental, or religious exemption, the student shall be temporarily excluded from school in the event DPH declares an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease or determines the student has had or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease. DPH shall determine when the student may return to school.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.2, February 2026 final, native physical p4; DPH outbreak/exposure and return predicates

DPH declares an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease or determines the student has had or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease. ... DPH shall determine when the student may return to school.

Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

(7) Provision that, in the event that the Division of Public Health declares that there is an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease or if in the estimation of the Division of Public Health any child has had or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease, any child who is enrolled in a public school and who has been exempt from the immunization program for
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

any of the causes authorized herein shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school. Rules and regulations of the Department shall provide that in the event of such temporary exclusion, it will be the responsibility of the school and the parents or legal guardian of the enrollee to assist the enrollee in keeping up with that enrollee’s school work and that no academic penalty shall be suffered by
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

the enrollee upon return to school if the student has maintained that student’s relationship with the school through the assignments prescribed. An enrollee so temporarily excluded shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health;
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.2, February 2026 final, native physical p4; approval and temporary exclusion actors verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Upon approval of a ... medical, supplemental, or religious exemption, the school shall inform the parent, legal guardian, relative caregiver, or a ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, that the student shall be temporarily excluded from school
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.3, February 2026 final, native physical p4; relative caregiver schoolwork responsibility verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

During a temporary exclusion, the school and parent, legal ... guardian, or relative caregiver shall assist the student with keeping up with school work. No academic penalty shall be assessed provided the student completes assignments.

School grade9 health examination

binds: Grade 9 student · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Entry into Grade 9 in Delaware public school

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The second required health examination shall be done within the 2 years prior to entry into grade 9.

The requirement for the health examination may be waived for students whose parent, guardian or relative caregiver as defined in 14 Del.C. §202(f), or the student if 18 years or older, or an unaccompanied homeless youth (as defined by 42 USC §11434a) presents a written declaration acknowledged before a notary public, that because of individual religious beliefs, they reject the concept of health examinations. The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records. If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced. School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, guardianship and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment and participation of identified special populations. a second health examination shall not be required if the first health examination is within 2 years of entering Grade 9. 3.1.6 The Delaware School Health Examination Form or the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association Pre- Participation Physical Evaluation Form may be used as documentation of the health examination. For the purpose of this regulation, the "Delaware School Health Examination Form" means the age-appropriate form developed by the Delaware Department of Education or a substantially similar form for documenting information from the parent, guardian or relative caregiver, and healthcare provider on the student's health status. In addition, a district or charter school may accept a health examination or evaluation documentation on a form which includes, at a minimum, health history, immunizations, results of medical tests and screenings, medical diagnoses, prescribed medications and treatments, and healthcare plans.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.4

The requirement for the health examination may be waived for students whose parent, guardian or relative caregiver as defined in 14 Del.C. §202(f), or the student if 18 years or older, or an unaccompanied homeless youth (as defined by 42 USC §11434a) presents a written declaration acknowledged before a notary public, that because of individual religious beliefs, they reject the concept of health examinations.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.2.1

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(2)

If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.1

School districts and charter schools shall ensure that policies concerning immunization, guardianship and birth certificates do not create barriers to the school enrollment and participation of identified special populations.

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.5

a second health examination shall not be required if the first health examination is within 2 years of entering Grade 9.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.6 accepted examination forms verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

3.1.6 The Delaware School Health Examination Form or the Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association Pre- Participation Physical Evaluation Form may be used as documentation of the health examination. For the purpose of this regulation, the "Delaware School Health Examination Form" means the age-appropriate form developed by the Delaware Department of Education or a substantially similar form for documenting information from the parent, guardian or relative caregiver, and healthcare provider on the
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.6 accepted examination forms verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

student's health status. In addition, a district or charter school may accept a health examination or evaluation documentation on a form which includes, at a minimum, health history, immunizations, results of medical tests and screenings, medical diagnoses, prescribed medications and treatments, and healthcare plans.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

The second required health examination shall be done within the 2 years prior to entry into grade 9.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 815 §3.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/800/c2d8964e-c8d7-4223-9f8b-3a5babd96e69

Within 30 calendar days after entry, any grade 9 student who has not complied with the second health examination requirement shall have received the health examination or shall have a documented appointment with a healthcare provider for the health examination. If this documentation is not provided within these 30 calendar days, the student shall be excluded from school until this documentation is received.

School immunization notice response

binds: The parent, legal guardian, relative caregiver, or a school enterer who has reached the statutory age of majority, or 18 · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Written notification of the immunization requirement

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The parent, legal guardian, relative ... caregiver, or a ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner.

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records. If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced. The parent, legal guardian, relative ... caregiver, or a ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner.

If missed

Provision that persons seeking to be enrollees of the public school who have not been immunized or do not meet the requirements for immunization within the time prescribed shall be denied further attendance in the public schools; ... Provision for written notification of the parent, or legal guardian of an enrollee, of a pending exclusion;

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 815 §6.2.1

The federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, 42 USC §11301 et seq., requires immediate enrollment and entry to school, even if students are unable to produce immunization or other medical records.

14 Del. C. §202A(b)(2)

If it is determined that it is not in the best interest of a child to remain in the child’s school of origin, the child must immediately be enrolled in the child’s school of residence based on the current address of the DSCYF custody placement, even if the records or other documents normally required for enrollment are not produced.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 actor and documentation verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

The parent, legal guardian, relative ... caregiver, or a ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, shall present documentation specifying the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered by a licensed health care practitioner.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.2; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Within 14 calendar days after notification, evidence must be presented to the school that the basic series of immunizations has been initiated or has been completed. Acceptable evidence includes entry into the Delaware Immunization Registry, or DelVAX.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(3)–(4) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Provision that persons seeking to be enrollees of the public school who have not been immunized or do not meet the requirements for immunization within the time prescribed shall be denied further attendance in the public schools; ... Provision for written notification of the parent, or legal guardian of an enrollee, of a pending exclusion;
Statute 14 Del. C. §163A(C) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Compacting states shall give 30 days from the date of enrollment or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission, for students to obtain any immunization(s) required by the receiving state. For a series of immunizations, initial vaccinations must be obtained within 30 days or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission.

School lost immunization record

binds: Parent, legal guardian, relative caregiver, or school enterer who has reached the statutory age of majority · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Immunization record lost or destroyed by the medical provider

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The responsible person, or the school nurse, shall sign a statement that the record of the enrollee’s immunization has been lost; and ... The responsible person shall be responsible for the enrollee obtaining 1 dose of each of the vaccines prescribed in the basic series of immunization; Documentation shall be entered into the Delaware Immunization Registry, or DelVAX, and presented to the district superintendent or charter school ... leader or ... their designee. When a student’s immunization record has been lost or destroyed by the medical provider who administered the vaccine, the parent, legal guardian, relative caregiver, ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, or the school nurse shall sign a written statement to this effect and must obtain at least ... 1 dose of each of the immunizations as identified in subsection 5.3.

One dose of DTaP, or DTP, or DT, or ... approved vaccine; and One dose of IPV or OPV, or ... approved vaccine; and One dose of measles, mumps and rubella ... MMR, approved vaccine; and The first dose of the Hepatitis B series; and One dose of ... varicella vaccine; and One dose of meningococcal vaccine, if entering a ... secondary school according to subsections 4.1 and 4.1.2.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.1; February 2026 final

One dose of DTaP, or DTP, or DT, or ... approved vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.2; February 2026 final

One dose of IPV or OPV, or ... approved vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.3; February 2026 final

One dose of measles, mumps and rubella ... MMR, approved vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.4; February 2026 final

The first dose of the Hepatitis B series; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.5; February 2026 final

One dose of ... varicella vaccine; and

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.3.6; February 2026 final

One dose of meningococcal vaccine, if entering a ... secondary school according to subsections 4.1 and 4.1.2.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.0 provider-lost-record procedure verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

When a student’s immunization record has been lost or destroyed by the medical provider who administered the vaccine, the parent, legal guardian, relative caregiver, ... school enterer who has reached the statutory age of ... majority, or 18, or the school nurse shall sign a written statement to this effect and must obtain at least ... 1 dose of each of the immunizations as identified in subsection 5.3.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(8) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

in any situation where the parents or legal guardian of the enrollee states that the enrollee has been immunized, but that the record has been lost or destroyed by the provider of the immunizations
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(8)a–b verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

The responsible person, or the school nurse, shall sign a statement that the record of the enrollee’s immunization has been lost; and ... The responsible person shall be responsible for the enrollee obtaining 1 dose of each of the vaccines prescribed in the basic series of immunization;
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.0; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Documentation shall be entered into the Delaware Immunization Registry, or DelVAX, and presented to the district superintendent or charter school ... leader or ... their designee.

School medical immunization exemption

binds: Public school enrollee · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Medical exemption from immunization

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If a student does not meet the criteria outlined on the medical exemption form, the supplemental school vaccine exemption form must also be completed. The supplemental form, along with the medical exemption form, must be submitted to the DPH for review and approval.

school vaccination medical exemption form from a ... physician, medical doctor, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, stating that immunization is medically contraindicated. (5) Provision for exemption from any or all of the immunization program prescribed for a particular enrollee upon a written statement from a physician, i.e., medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy, stating that the enrollee should not receive the prescribed immunization or immunizations required in the basic series because of the reasonable certainty of a reaction detrimental to that person. The asserted cause of medical exemption may be subject to review and approval by the Division of Public Health. A history of clinical illness of measles or rubella shall not be accepted as cause for exemption. The parents or legal guardian of a child medically exempt from the immunization program shall be informed by schools of the provisions within paragraph (a)(7) of this section;

Exceptions on record

14 Del. C. §131(a)(5)

(5) Provision for exemption from any or all of the immunization program prescribed for a particular enrollee upon a written statement from a physician, i.e., medical doctor or doctor of osteopathy, stating that the enrollee should not receive the prescribed immunization or immunizations required in the basic series because of the reasonable certainty of a reaction detrimental to that person. The asserted cause of medical exemption may be subject to

14 Del. C. §131(a)(5)

review and approval by the Division of Public Health. A history of clinical illness of measles or rubella shall not be accepted as cause for exemption. The parents or legal guardian of a child medically exempt from the immunization program shall be informed by schools of the provisions within paragraph (a)(7) of this section;

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §§7.1.1–7.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

school vaccination medical exemption form from a ... physician, medical doctor, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, stating that immunization is medically contraindicated.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

If a student does not meet the criteria outlined on the medical exemption form, the supplemental school vaccine exemption form must also be completed. The supplemental form, along with the medical exemption form, must be submitted to the DPH for review and approval.

School military immunizations

binds: Children of members or veterans of the uniformed services · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Enrollment in the receiving state

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Compacting states shall give 30 days from the date of enrollment or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission, for students to obtain any immunization(s) required by the receiving state. For a series of immunizations, initial vaccinations must be obtained within 30 days or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission.

This compact shall apply to the children of: Active duty members of the uniformed services as defined in this compact, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty orders pursuant to 10 U.S.C. §§ 1209 and 1211; Members or veterans of the uniformed services who are severely injured and medically discharged or retired for a period of 1 year after medical discharge or retirement; Members of the uniformed services who die on active duty or as a result of injuries sustained on active duty for a period of 1 year after death. The provisions of this interstate compact shall only apply to local education agencies as defined in this compact.

Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Active duty members of the uniformed services as defined in this compact, including members of the National Guard and Reserve on active duty orders pursuant to 10 U.S.C. §§ 1209 and 1211;
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

this compact shall apply to the children of:
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A)(3) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Members of the uniformed services who die on active duty or as a result of injuries sustained on active duty for a period of 1 year after death.
Statute 14 Del. C. §163A(C) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Compacting states shall give 30 days from the date of enrollment or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission, for students to obtain any immunization(s) required by the receiving state. For a series of immunizations, initial vaccinations must be obtained within 30 days or within such time as is reasonably determined under the rules promulgated by the Interstate Commission.
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(B) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

The provisions of this interstate compact shall only apply to local education agencies as defined in this compact.
Statute 14 Del. C. §162A(A)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Members or veterans of the uniformed services who are severely injured and medically discharged or retired for a period of 1 year after medical discharge or retirement;

School religious immunization exemption

binds: Parent or legal guardian, or enrollee who has reached the statutory age of majority · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Request for exemption because of individual religious beliefs

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The school shall provide educational materials, developed by DPH and disseminated by the Department of Education and the local education agencies, to the parent or guardian regarding the benefits of immunization and the risks of not being fully immunized. Receipt of these materials must be verified and documented in the student’s electronic health record.

Provision for exemption from the immunization program for an enrollee whose parents or legal guardian, because of individual religious beliefs, reject the concept of immunization. Such a request for exemption shall be supported by the affidavit herein set forth: Religious exemptions shall be approved upon receipt of a notarized Affidavit of Religious Belief The school shall provide educational materials, developed by DPH and disseminated by the Department of Education and the local education agencies, to the parent or guardian regarding the benefits of immunization and the risks of not being fully immunized. Receipt of these materials must be verified and documented in the student’s electronic health record. AFFIDAVIT OF RELIGIOUS BELIEF STATE OF DELAWARE 1. (I) (We) (am) (are) the (parent(s)) (legal guardian(s)) of Name of Child . 2. (I) (We) hereby (swear) (affirm) that (I) (we) subscribe to a belief in a relation to a Supreme Being involving duties superior to those arising from any human relation. 3. (I) (We) further (swear) (affirm) that our belief is sincere and meaningful and occupies a place in (my) (our) life parallel to that filled by the orthodox belief in God. 4. This belief is not a political, sociological or philosophical view of a merely personal moral code. 5. This belief causes (me) (us) to request an exemption from the mandatory school vaccination program for Name of Child . 6. (I) (We) acknowledge that, in the event that the Division of Public Health declares that there is an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease, or if in the estimation of the Division of Public Health, (my) (our) child has had, or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease, (my) (our) child shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school, in which case, it will be (my) (our) responsibility, along with the school, to assist (my) (our) child in keeping up with school work, and (my) (our) child shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health. 7. (I) (We) acknowledge that (I) (we) have been given the opportunity to receive from the school district information regarding the medical benefits and risks in choosing whether to have the child participate in the immunization program, and if (I) (we) have not taken that opportunity, it is hereby waived. Signature of Parent(s) or Legal Guardian(s) SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED before me, a registered Notary Public, this day of , (Stamp or Seal) Notary Public: My commission expires:

If missed

any child who is enrolled in a public school and who has been exempt from the immunization program for any of the causes authorized herein shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school. An enrollee so temporarily excluded shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health;

Exceptions on record

14 Del. C. §131(a)(6)

Provision for exemption from the immunization program for an enrollee whose parents or legal guardian, because of individual religious beliefs, reject the concept of immunization. Such a request for exemption shall be supported by the affidavit herein set forth:

14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.3; February 2026 final

Religious exemptions shall be approved upon receipt of a notarized Affidavit of Religious Belief

Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(6) prescribed affidavit verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

AFFIDAVIT OF RELIGIOUS BELIEF STATE OF DELAWARE 1. (I) (We) (am) (are) the (parent(s)) (legal guardian(s)) of Name of Child . 2. (I) (We) hereby (swear) (affirm) that (I) (we) subscribe to a belief in a relation to a Supreme Being involving duties superior to those arising from any human relation. 3. (I) (We) further (swear) (affirm) that our belief is sincere and meaningful and occupies a place in (my)
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(6) prescribed affidavit verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

(our) life parallel to that filled by the orthodox belief in God. 4. This belief is not a political, sociological or philosophical view of a merely personal moral code. 5. This belief causes (me) (us) to request an exemption from the mandatory school vaccination program for Name of Child . 6. (I) (We) acknowledge that, in the event that the Division of Public Health declares that there is an outbreak
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(6) prescribed affidavit verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

of a vaccine preventable disease, or if in the estimation of the Division of Public Health, (my) (our) child has had, or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease, (my) (our) child shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school, in which case, it will be (my) (our) responsibility, along with the school, to assist (my) (our) child in keeping up with school
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(6) prescribed affidavit verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

work, and (my) (our) child shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health. 7. (I) (We) acknowledge that (I) (we) have been given the opportunity to receive from the school district information regarding the medical benefits and risks in choosing whether to have the child participate in the immunization program, and if (I) (we) have not taken that opportunity, it is hereby waived.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(6) prescribed affidavit verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Signature of Parent(s) or Legal Guardian(s) SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED before me, a registered Notary Public, this day of , (Stamp or Seal) Notary Public: My commission expires:
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.3; February 2026 final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

Religious exemptions must be renewed annually.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(9) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

Provision for an enrollee who has reached the statutory age of majority set by laws for the State to be responsible for that enrollee’s immunization program and for execution of the request for religious exemption herein authorized;
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

any child who is enrolled in a public school and who has been exempt from the immunization program for any of the causes authorized herein shall be temporarily excluded from attendance at the public school.
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

An enrollee so temporarily excluded shall be authorized to return to school once approved by the Division of Public Health;
Statute 14 Del. C. §131(a)(7) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title14/Title14.pdf

in the event that the Division of Public Health declares that there is an outbreak of a vaccine preventable disease or if in the estimation of the Division of Public Health any child has had or is at risk of having an exposure to a vaccine preventable disease
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 804 §7.1.3; February2026final verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/register/february2026/a095957f-c21b-4948-ab44-0a345be02a1b

The school shall provide educational materials, developed by DPH and disseminated by the Department of Education and the local education agencies, to the parent or guardian regarding the benefits of immunization and the risks of not being fully immunized. Receipt of these materials must be verified and documented in the student’s electronic health record.

School staff TB test

binds: School staff and extended services personnel hired by a Delaware public school · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

First employment in a public school

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

2.1 School staff and extended services personnel shall provide the tuberculosis test results from a test administered within the past 12 months during the first 15 working days of employment. 2.1.1 Tuberculosis test requirements may be waived for public school staff and extended services personnel who present a notarized statement that tuberculosis testing is against their religious beliefs. 2.1.1.1 In such cases, the individual shall complete the Delaware Department of

2.1 School staff and extended services personnel shall provide the tuberculosis test results from a test administered within the past 12 months during the first 15 working days of employment. 2.1.1 Tuberculosis test requirements may be waived for public school staff and extended services personnel who present a notarized statement that tuberculosis testing is against their religious beliefs. 2.1.1.1 In such cases, the individual shall complete the Delaware Department of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees or provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to students or other staff. 2.1.1.2 If a school staff member or extended services person, who has submitted a waiver because of religious beliefs, answers affirmatively to any of the questions in the Delaware Department of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to students or other staff. 2.1.2 School staff and extended services personnel need not be retested if they change employment within Delaware within a 5 year period; however, a copy of the result of the latest tuberculosis test shall be provided to the new employer within 60 days. 2.2 Every fifth year, by October 15th, all school staff and extended services personnel shall complete the Delaware Department of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees or, within 2 weeks, provide tuberculosis test results administered within the last 12 months. If a school staff member or extended services staff member answers affirmatively to any of the questions in the Delaware Department of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to students or other staff. 5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students. 5.1.1 Verification shall include Mantoux results recorded in millimeters (if the test was administered), or other tuberculosis test results, current disease status (i.e. contagious or noncontagious), current treatment (or completion of preventative treatment for tuberculosis) and date when the individual may return to the individual’s school assignment without posing a risk to the school setting. 5.1.2 Verification from a healthcare provider or Division of Public Health shall be required only once if treatment was completed successfully. 5.1.3 Updated information regarding disease status and treatment shall be provided to the public school by October 15 every fifth year if treatment was previously contraindicated, incomplete or unknown. 5.1.4 Individuals with a positive tuberculosis test, without active disease, who do not receive prophylactic treatment shall be excluded from school in the event of showing any signs or symptoms of active, infectious disease as described by the Division of Public Health. 5.2 In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school. During the specified verification and follow-up an asymptomatic individual, as described by the Division of Public Health, may remain in school until testing and evaluations are completed, but no longer than 10 weeks. If an individual's testing and evaluations have not been completed within the 10-week period, the individual is not permitted to remain in school unless the Division of Public Health provides verification that the individual has an evaluation pending and the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2 symptomatic/asymptomatic attendance

5.2 In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school. During the specified verification and follow-up an asymptomatic individual, as described by the Division of Public Health, may remain in school until testing and evaluations are completed, but no longer than 10 weeks. If an individual's testing and

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2 symptomatic/asymptomatic attendance

evaluations have not been completed within the 10-week period, the individual is not permitted to remain in school unless the Division of Public Health provides verification that the individual has an evaluation pending and the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§2.1–2.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

2.1 School staff and extended services personnel shall provide the tuberculosis test results from a test administered within the past 12 months during the first 15 working days of employment. 2.1.1 Tuberculosis test requirements may be waived for public school staff and extended services personnel who present a notarized statement that tuberculosis testing is against their religious beliefs. 2.1.1.1 In such cases, the individual shall complete the Delaware Department of
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§2.1–2.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees or provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to students or other staff. 2.1.1.2 If a school staff member or extended services person, who has submitted a waiver because of religious beliefs, answers affirmatively to any of the questions in the Delaware Department
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§2.1–2.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to students or other staff. 2.1.2 School staff and extended services personnel need not be retested if they change employment within Delaware within a 5 year period;
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§2.1–2.2 verified Oct 2026

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however, a copy of the result of the latest tuberculosis test shall be provided to the new employer within 60 days. 2.2 Every fifth year, by October 15th, all school staff and extended services personnel shall complete the Delaware Department of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees or, within 2 weeks, provide tuberculosis test results administered within the last 12 months. If a school staff member or extended services
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§2.1–2.2 verified Oct 2026

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staff member answers affirmatively to any of the questions in the Delaware Department of Education TB Health Questionnaire for School Employees the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to students or other staff. Office of the Registrar of Regulations, Legislative Council, State
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§2.1–2.2 verified Oct 2026

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of Delaware TITLE 14 EDUCATION DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §1.0 school-staff definition verified Oct 2026

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"School staff and extended services personnel" means all persons hired as full or part time employees in a public school. This includes teachers, administrators, substitutes, contract employees, bus drivers, and student teachers whether compensated or not.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students. 5.1.1 Verification shall include Mantoux results recorded in millimeters (if the test was administered), or other tuberculosis test results, current disease status (i.e. contagious or noncontagious), current treatment (or completion of preventative treatment for tuberculosis) and date when the individual may return to the individual’s school assignment without posing a risk to the school setting. 5.1.2 Verification from a healthcare provider
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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or Division of Public Health shall be required only once if treatment was completed successfully. 5.1.3 Updated information regarding disease status and treatment shall be provided to the public school by October 15 every fifth year if treatment was previously contraindicated, incomplete or unknown. 5.1.4 Individuals with a positive tuberculosis test, without active disease, who do not receive prophylactic treatment shall be excluded from school in the event of showing
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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any signs or symptoms of active, infectious disease as described by the Division of Public Health. TITLE 14 EDUCATION DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 3

School TB medical verification

binds: Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test, have positive reactions or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Refuse the tuberculosis test, positive test or positive risk assessment

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a

5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students. 5.1.1 Verification shall include Mantoux results recorded in millimeters (if the test was administered), or other tuberculosis test results, current disease status (i.e. contagious or noncontagious), current treatment (or completion of preventative treatment for tuberculosis) and date when the individual may return to the individual’s school assignment without posing a risk to the school setting. 5.1.2 Verification from a healthcare provider or Division of Public Health shall be required only once if treatment was completed successfully. 5.1.3 Updated information regarding disease status and treatment shall be provided to the public school by October 15 every fifth year if treatment was previously contraindicated, incomplete or unknown. 5.1.4 Individuals with a positive tuberculosis test, without active disease, who do not receive prophylactic treatment shall be excluded from school in the event of showing any signs or symptoms of active, infectious disease as described by the Division of Public Health. 5.2 In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school. During the specified verification and follow-up an asymptomatic individual, as described by the Division of Public Health, may remain in school until testing and evaluations are completed, but no longer than 10 weeks. If an individual's testing and evaluations have not been completed within the 10-week period, the individual is not permitted to remain in school unless the Division of Public Health provides verification that the individual has an evaluation pending and the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2

5.2 In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school. During the specified verification and follow-up an asymptomatic individual, as described by the Division of Public Health, may remain in school until testing and evaluations are completed, but no longer than 10 weeks. If an individual's testing and

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2

evaluations have not been completed within the 10-week period, the individual is not permitted to remain in school unless the Division of Public Health provides verification that the individual has an evaluation pending and the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§5.1–5.1.4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title14/805/4ee08b42-eba4-4e27-9f7d-27a42e46808e

5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§5.1–5.1.4 verified Oct 2026

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threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students. 5.1.1 Verification shall include Mantoux results recorded in millimeters (if the test was administered), or other tuberculosis test results, current disease status (i.e. contagious or noncontagious), current treatment (or completion of preventative treatment for tuberculosis) and date when the individual may return to the individual’s school assignment without posing a risk to the school setting. 5.1.2 Verification from a healthcare provider
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§5.1–5.1.4 verified Oct 2026

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or Division of Public Health shall be required only once if treatment was completed successfully. 5.1.3 Updated information regarding disease status and treatment shall be provided to the public school by October 15 every fifth year if treatment was previously contraindicated, incomplete or unknown. 5.1.4 Individuals with a positive tuberculosis test, without active disease, who do not receive prophylactic treatment shall be excluded from school in the event of showing
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §§5.1–5.1.4 verified Oct 2026

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any signs or symptoms of active, infectious disease as described by the Division of Public Health. TITLE 14 EDUCATION DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 3

School TB positive questionnaire

binds: Student’s parent, guardian, or relative caregiver, or a student 18 years or older · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Answers affirmatively to any of the questions

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If a student’s parent, guardian, or relative caregiver, or a student 18 years or older answers affirmatively to any of the questions, the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, proof of tuberculosis testing results or provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the student does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

If missed

In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §4.1 verified Oct 2026

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If a student’s parent, guardian, or relative caregiver, or a student 18 years or older answers affirmatively to any of the questions, the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, proof of tuberculosis testing results or provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the student does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2 verified Oct 2026

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In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school.

School volunteer TB questionnaire

binds: Public-school volunteer who regularly shares air space with students and staff without monetary reward · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Assignment in a public school

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

3.1 Volunteers shall complete the Delaware Department of Education’s TB Health Questionnaire for Volunteers in Public Schools prior to their assignment and every fifth year thereafter. If the volunteer answers affirmatively to any of the questions, the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting

5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students. 5.1.1 Verification shall include Mantoux results recorded in millimeters (if the test was administered), or other tuberculosis test results, current disease status (i.e. contagious or noncontagious), current treatment (or completion of preventative treatment for tuberculosis) and date when the individual may return to the individual’s school assignment without posing a risk to the school setting. 5.1.2 Verification from a healthcare provider or Division of Public Health shall be required only once if treatment was completed successfully. 5.1.3 Updated information regarding disease status and treatment shall be provided to the public school by October 15 every fifth year if treatment was previously contraindicated, incomplete or unknown. 5.1.4 Individuals with a positive tuberculosis test, without active disease, who do not receive prophylactic treatment shall be excluded from school in the event of showing any signs or symptoms of active, infectious disease as described by the Division of Public Health. 5.2 In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school. During the specified verification and follow-up an asymptomatic individual, as described by the Division of Public Health, may remain in school until testing and evaluations are completed, but no longer than 10 weeks. If an individual's testing and evaluations have not been completed within the 10-week period, the individual is not permitted to remain in school unless the Division of Public Health provides verification that the individual has an evaluation pending and the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

Exceptions on record

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2 symptomatic/asymptomatic attendance

5.2 In the event an individual shows any signs or symptoms of active tuberculosis infection, the individual shall be excluded from school until all required medical verification is received by the school. During the specified verification and follow-up an asymptomatic individual, as described by the Division of Public Health, may remain in school until testing and evaluations are completed, but no longer than 10 weeks. If an individual's testing and

14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.2 symptomatic/asymptomatic attendance

evaluations have not been completed within the 10-week period, the individual is not permitted to remain in school unless the Division of Public Health provides verification that the individual has an evaluation pending and the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students.

Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §3.1 verified Oct 2026

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3.1 Volunteers shall complete the Delaware Department of Education’s TB Health Questionnaire for Volunteers in Public Schools prior to their assignment and every fifth year thereafter. If the volunteer answers affirmatively to any of the questions, the individual shall complete a symptom screener and provide, within 2 weeks, verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a threat of transmitting
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §3.1 verified Oct 2026

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tuberculosis to the students or staff.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §1.0 volunteers verified Oct 2026

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“Volunteers” means those persons who give their time to help others for no monetary reward and who share the same air space with public school students and staff on a regularly scheduled basis.
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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5.1 Tuberculosis status shall be determined through the use of a tuberculosis risk assessment, tuberculosis test, or other testing, which may include x-ray or sputum culture. Individuals who either refuse the tuberculosis test or have positive reactions to the same, or give positive responses to a tuberculosis risk assessment shall provide verification from a licensed healthcare provider or the Division of Public Health that the individual does not pose a
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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threat of transmitting tuberculosis to staff or other students. 5.1.1 Verification shall include Mantoux results recorded in millimeters (if the test was administered), or other tuberculosis test results, current disease status (i.e. contagious or noncontagious), current treatment (or completion of preventative treatment for tuberculosis) and date when the individual may return to the individual’s school assignment without posing a risk to the school setting. 5.1.2 Verification from a healthcare provider
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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or Division of Public Health shall be required only once if treatment was completed successfully. 5.1.3 Updated information regarding disease status and treatment shall be provided to the public school by October 15 every fifth year if treatment was previously contraindicated, incomplete or unknown. 5.1.4 Individuals with a positive tuberculosis test, without active disease, who do not receive prophylactic treatment shall be excluded from school in the event of showing
Regulation 14 DE Admin. Code 805 §5.1 verification and follow-up verified Oct 2026

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any signs or symptoms of active, infectious disease as described by the Division of Public Health. TITLE 14 EDUCATION DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 3

Sex offender arrival registration

binds: A person convicted of an offense specified in section 4120(e)(2) · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

Establishing permanent or temporary residency within the State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

A person convicted of an offense specified in section 4120(e)(2), who is not a permanent or temporary resident of the State on the date of conviction and thereafter becomes a permanent or temporary resident, shall register as a sex offender at a designated Delaware State Police facility. Conviction and convicted include adjudications of delinquency, guilty pleas, and persons found guilty but mentally ill or not guilty by reason of insanity. Registration is not required if the Superior Court grants a petition for relief from designation as a sex offender and from all obligations imposed pursuant to section 4120. the phrase “temporary resident” shall include any person who is for more than 7 days or for more than an aggregate of 30 days in any 12-month period, employed or works in Delaware, or who is a full- or part-time student in Delaware. A student is any person who attends or enrolls in any public or private educational facility, including, but not limited to, colleges or universities.

Registration is required for life if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier III, or is designated to Risk Assessment Tier I or II and has previously been convicted of an offense specified in section 4121(a)(4)a., (a)(4)c. or (a)(4)d. Re-designation from Risk Assessment Tier III to Risk Assessment Tier II shall not release the offender from lifetime registration. Otherwise, registration is required only if the period has not elapsed: 25 years if designated to Risk Assessment Tier II, or 15 years if designated to Risk Assessment Tier I, following the sex offender's release from Level V custody, or the effective date of any sentence to be served at Level IV or below. Any time spent at any subsequent period of Level V custody shall not be counted against such 25-year or 15-year period.

If missed

Any sex offender required to register who knowingly or recklessly fails to register on the date required shall be guilty of a class G felony, and a warrant shall issue.

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., contiguous context part 2

IV or V sentence was imposed, and if the offender has successfully completed an appropriate sex offender treatment program certified by the State and has not been convicted of any crime (other than a motor vehicle offense) during such time. If the offender has been convicted of any subsequent offense (other than a motor vehicle offense) or has been otherwise found to have violated the terms of any probation, parole

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., contiguous context part 3

or conditional release relating to the sentence originally imposed following the conviction for the underlying sex offense, no petition or redesignation shall be permitted until 10 years have elapsed from the date of the subsequent conviction or finding of violation, during which time no additional convictions or findings of violation can have occurred. d. The Superior Court shall not grant a petition for redesignation or relief filed pursuant to this

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., contiguous context part 4

subsection unless: 1. The sex offender establishes, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the public safety no longer requires preservation of the original designation; and 2. The Court provides the Attorney General with notice of the petition and with a reasonable period of time to be heard upon the matter.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., contiguous context part 5

e. When considering a petition for redesignation, the Court shall weigh all the relevant evidence which bears upon the character and propensities of the offender, and the facts and circumstances of that offender’s prior offenses. The Court may in its discretion hold a hearing on the petition. If the Court grants the petition, it shall promptly notify the Sex Offender registry.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)e.

If the Court grants the petition, it shall promptly notify the Sex Offender registry.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

Any sex offender designated to Risk Assessment Tier I may petition the Superior Court for relief from designation as a sex offender, and from all obligations imposed pursuant to this section and § 4120 of this title,

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c., contiguous part 1

Any sex offender designated to Risk Assessment Tier I may petition the Superior Court for relief from designation as a sex offender, and from all obligations imposed pursuant to this section and § 4120 of this title, if 10 years have elapsed from the last day of any Level IV or V sentence imposed at the time of the original conviction, or from the date of sentencing if no Level

11 Del. C. §4123(a)

Notwithstanding any law, rule or regulation to the contrary, this section shall apply to any sex offender who was a juvenile on the date of the offense and adjudicated delinquent by the Family Court.

11 Del. C. §4123(d)

the Court may relieve the person of all registration and notification requirements or assign the person to a lower tier.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)d.2.

The Court provides the Attorney General with notice of the petition and with a reasonable period of time to be heard upon the matter.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

if 10 years have elapsed from the last day of any Level IV or V sentence imposed at the time of the original conviction, or from the date of sentencing if no Level IV or V sentence was imposed,

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)d.

The Superior Court shall not grant a petition for redesignation or relief filed pursuant to this subsection unless:

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

If the offender has been convicted of any subsequent offense (other than a motor vehicle offense) or has been otherwise found to have violated the terms of any probation, parole or conditional release relating to the sentence originally imposed following the conviction for the underlying sex offense,

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

no petition or redesignation shall be permitted until 10 years have elapsed from the date of the subsequent conviction or finding of violation, during which time no additional convictions or findings of violation can have occurred.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)d.1.

The sex offender establishes, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the public safety no longer requires preservation of the original designation; and

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

and if the offender has successfully completed an appropriate sex offender treatment program certified by the State and has not been convicted of any crime (other than a motor vehicle offense) during such time.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(1)c.

For 15 years following the sex offender’s release from Level V custody, or for 15 years following the effective date of any sentence to be served at Level IV or below, if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier I, and is not otherwise required to register for life pursuant to this subsection, except that any time spent at any subsequent period of Level V custody shall not be counted against such 15-year period.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(1)b.

For 25 years following the sex offender’s release from Level V custody, or for 25 years following the effective date of any sentence to be served at Level IV or below, if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier II, and is not otherwise required to register for life pursuant to this subsection, except that any time spent at any subsequent period of Level V custody shall not be counted against such 25-year period;

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(1)a.

For life, if the sex offender is designated to Risk Assessment Tier III, or if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier I or II, and has previously been convicted of any of the offenses specified in paragraph (a)(4)a., (a)(4)c. or (a)(4)d. of this section;

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)a.

Any re-designation from Risk Assessment Tier III to Risk Assessment Tier II shall not release the offender from the requirement of lifetime registration or address verification every 90 days pursuant to § 4120(g)(1)(a) of this title [repealed] and paragraph (e)(1) of this section.

Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(a), temporary resident/student definition verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

the phrase “temporary resident” shall include any person who is for more than 7 days or for more than an aggregate of 30 days in any 12-month period, employed or works in Delaware, or who is a full- or part-time student in Delaware. A student is any person who attends or enrolls in any public or private educational facility, including, but not limited to, colleges or universities.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(k) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

A warrant shall issue for any sex offender required to register who knowingly or recklessly fails to register or re-register or provide verification on the date on which it is required pursuant to this section or § 4121 of this title or to otherwise comply with any of the provisions of this section or § 4121 of this title, and any sex offender doing so shall be guilty of a class G felony.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4121(a)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

“Conviction” and “convicted” shall include, in addition to their ordinary meanings, adjudications of delinquency and persons who enter a plea of guilty, or are found guilty but mentally ill or not guilty by reason of insanity, as provided in § 401 of this title.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

who is not a permanent or temporary resident of the State on the date of that person’s conviction, and who thereafter becomes a permanent or temporary resident of the State shall register as a sex offender within 3 business days of establishing permanent or temporary residency within the State.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

or any person convicted of any federal or military offense enumerated in 42 U.S.C. § 16911(5)(A)(iii) and (iv),
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

Any such person shall register at a designated Delaware State Police facility, and the Delaware State Police shall be deemed to be the registering agency.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

Any person convicted of any offense specified in the laws of another state, the United States or any territory of the United States, or any foreign government, which is the same as, or equivalent to, any of the offenses set forth in § 4121(a)(4) of this title;
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(a) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

the phrase “temporary resident” shall include any person who is for more than 7 days or for more than an aggregate of 30 days in any 12-month period, employed or works in Delaware, or who is a full- or part-time student in Delaware.

Sex offender return after foreign custody

binds: Any person convicted of any offense specified in section 4120(e)(1) · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 9, 2026 or later

First return to the State of Delaware after release from custody

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Any person convicted of any offense specified in the laws of another state, commonwealth, territory, or other jurisdiction of the United States or any foreign government, which is the same as, or equivalent to, any of the offenses set forth in § 4121(a)(4) of this title; or any person convicted of any federal or military offense enumerated in 42 U.S.C. § 16911(5)(A)(iii) and (iv), who is a permanent or temporary resident of the State on the date of that person’s conviction shall register as a sex offender within 3 business days of conviction, unless the person is confined in a penal institution located outside the State at the time of conviction, in which case the person shall register as a sex offender within 3 business days of that person’s first return to the State of Delaware after release from custody. Any such person shall register at a designated Delaware State Police facility, and the Delaware State Police shall be deemed to be the registering agency. Registration is not required if the Superior Court grants a petition for relief from designation as a sex offender and from all obligations imposed pursuant to section 4120.

Registration is required for life if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier III, or is designated to Risk Assessment Tier I or II and has previously been convicted of an offense specified in section 4121(a)(4)a., (a)(4)c. or (a)(4)d. Re-designation from Risk Assessment Tier III to Risk Assessment Tier II shall not release the offender from lifetime registration. Otherwise, registration is required only if the period has not elapsed: 25 years if designated to Risk Assessment Tier II, or 15 years if designated to Risk Assessment Tier I, following the sex offender's release from Level V custody, or the effective date of any sentence to be served at Level IV or below. Any time spent at any subsequent period of Level V custody shall not be counted against such 25-year or 15-year period.

If missed

Any sex offender required to register who knowingly or recklessly fails to register on the date required shall be guilty of a class G felony, and a warrant shall issue.

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., granted relief and criteria

Any sex offender designated to Risk Assessment Tier I may petition the Superior Court for relief from designation as a sex offender, and from all obligations imposed pursuant to this section and § 4120 of this title, if 10 years have elapsed from the last day of any Level IV or V sentence imposed at the time of the original conviction, or from the date of sentencing if no Level

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., granted relief and criteria

IV or V sentence was imposed, and if the offender has successfully completed an appropriate sex offender treatment program certified by the State and has not been convicted of any crime (other than a motor vehicle offense) during such time. If the offender has been convicted of any subsequent offense (other than a motor vehicle offense) or has been otherwise found to have violated the terms of any probation, parole

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., granted relief and criteria

or conditional release relating to the sentence originally imposed following the conviction for the underlying sex offense, no petition or redesignation shall be permitted until 10 years have elapsed from the date of the subsequent conviction or finding of violation, during which time no additional convictions or findings of violation can have occurred. d. The Superior Court shall not grant a petition for redesignation or relief filed pursuant to this

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., granted relief and criteria

subsection unless: 1. The sex offender establishes, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the public safety no longer requires preservation of the original designation; and 2. The Court provides the Attorney General with notice of the petition and with a reasonable period of time to be heard upon the matter.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.–e., granted relief and criteria

e. When considering a petition for redesignation, the Court shall weigh all the relevant evidence which bears upon the character and propensities of the offender, and the facts and circumstances of that offender’s prior offenses. The Court may in its discretion hold a hearing on the petition. If the Court grants the petition, it shall promptly notify the Sex Offender registry.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

if 10 years have elapsed from the last day of any Level IV or V sentence imposed at the time of the original conviction, or from the date of sentencing if no Level IV or V sentence was imposed,

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

and if the offender has successfully completed an appropriate sex offender treatment program certified by the State and has not been convicted of any crime (other than a motor vehicle offense) during such time.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

If the offender has been convicted of any subsequent offense (other than a motor vehicle offense) or has been otherwise found to have violated the terms of any probation, parole or conditional release relating to the sentence originally imposed following the conviction for the underlying sex offense,

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

no petition or redesignation shall be permitted until 10 years have elapsed from the date of the subsequent conviction or finding of violation, during which time no additional convictions or findings of violation can have occurred.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)d.

The Superior Court shall not grant a petition for redesignation or relief filed pursuant to this subsection unless:

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)d.1.

The sex offender establishes, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the public safety no longer requires preservation of the original designation; and

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)d.2.

The Court provides the Attorney General with notice of the petition and with a reasonable period of time to be heard upon the matter.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(1)a.

For life, if the sex offender is designated to Risk Assessment Tier III, or if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier I or II, and has previously been convicted of any of the offenses specified in paragraph (a)(4)a., (a)(4)c. or (a)(4)d. of this section;

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(1)b.

For 25 years following the sex offender’s release from Level V custody, or for 25 years following the effective date of any sentence to be served at Level IV or below, if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier II, and is not otherwise required to register for life pursuant to this subsection, except that any time spent at any subsequent period of Level V custody shall not be counted against such 25-year period;

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(1)c.

For 15 years following the sex offender’s release from Level V custody, or for 15 years following the effective date of any sentence to be served at Level IV or below, if the person is designated to Risk Assessment Tier I, and is not otherwise required to register for life pursuant to this subsection, except that any time spent at any subsequent period of Level V custody shall not be counted against such 15-year period.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)a.

Any re-designation from Risk Assessment Tier III to Risk Assessment Tier II shall not release the offender from the requirement of lifetime registration or address verification every 90 days pursuant to § 4120(g)(1)(a) of this title [repealed] and paragraph (e)(1) of this section.

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)c.

Any sex offender designated to Risk Assessment Tier I may petition the Superior Court for relief from designation as a sex offender, and from all obligations imposed pursuant to this section and § 4120 of this title,

11 Del. C. §4121(e)(2)e.

If the Court grants the petition, it shall promptly notify the Sex Offender registry.

11 Del. C. §4123(a)

Notwithstanding any law, rule or regulation to the contrary, this section shall apply to any sex offender who was a juvenile on the date of the offense and adjudicated delinquent by the Family Court.

11 Del. C. §4123(d)

the Court may relieve the person of all registration and notification requirements or assign the person to a lower tier.

Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

Any person convicted of any offense specified in the laws of another state, commonwealth, territory, or other jurisdiction of the United States or any foreign government, which is the same as, or equivalent to, any of the offenses set forth in § 4121(a)(4) of this title; or any person convicted of any federal or military offense enumerated in 42 U.S.C. § 16911(5)(A)(iii) and (iv), who is a permanent or temporary
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

resident of the State on the date of that person’s conviction shall register as a sex offender within 3 business days of conviction, unless the person is confined in a penal institution located outside the State at the time of conviction, in which case the person shall register as a sex offender within 3 business days of that person’s first return to the State of Delaware after release from custody.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(e)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

Any such person shall register at a designated Delaware State Police facility, and the Delaware State Police shall be deemed to be the registering agency.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4121(a)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

“Conviction” and “convicted” shall include, in addition to their ordinary meanings, adjudications of delinquency and persons who enter a plea of guilty, or are found guilty but mentally ill or not guilty by reason of insanity, as provided in § 401 of this title.
Statute 11 Del. C. §4120(k) verified Oct 2026

https://www.delcode.delaware.gov/title11/title11.pdf

A warrant shall issue for any sex offender required to register who knowingly or recklessly fails to register or re-register or provide verification on the date on which it is required pursuant to this section or § 4121 of this title or to otherwise comply with any of the provisions of this section or § 4121 of this title, and any sex offender doing so shall be guilty of a class G felony.

Sheep goat import CVI

binds: Sheep or goat imported to Delaware · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Animal imported to Delaware

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

All animals imported to Delaware must be identified on an official certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) issued by an accredited veterinarian; the certificate shall include a statement that “this flock has been inspected and found to be free of any infectious or contagious diseases and that there has been no cases of scrapie in this flock or herd during the past year”.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 902 §4.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/902/d1ffdea7-e960-42c0-97d6-bc4e14d88014

All animals imported to Delaware must be identified on an official certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) issued by an accredited veterinarian; the certificate shall include a statement that “this flock has been inspected and found to be free of any infectious or contagious diseases and that there has been no cases of scrapie in this flock or herd during the past year”.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 902 §3.0 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/902/d1ffdea7-e960-42c0-97d6-bc4e14d88014

“Animal” means a sheep or goat.

Sheep goat import scrapie ID

binds: Sheep or goat · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Interstate commerce, first commingling, ownership transfer or joining a different flock

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

An animal must have official scrapie identification upon transfer of ownership, when first commingling or interstate commerce occurs, or before joining with animals within the state but, from a different flock.

The following animals are exempt from official scrapie identification: ... Sheep and goat wethers. ... Slaughter goats. ... Slaughter goats under 18 months of age. When a registration tattoo is used for identification, the registration paper must accompany the animal.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 902 §4.3

The following animals are exempt from official scrapie identification: ... Sheep and goat wethers. ... Slaughter goats. ... Slaughter goats under 18 months of age.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 902 §4.5 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/902/d1ffdea7-e960-42c0-97d6-bc4e14d88014

An animal must have official scrapie identification upon transfer of ownership, when first commingling or interstate commerce occurs, or before joining with animals within the state but, from a different flock.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 902 §3.0 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/902/d1ffdea7-e960-42c0-97d6-bc4e14d88014

“Animal” means a sheep or goat.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 902 §3.0 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/902/d1ffdea7-e960-42c0-97d6-bc4e14d88014

When a registration tattoo is used for identification, the registration paper must accompany the animal.

Social work compact home change

binds: Licensee with an active, unencumbered Multistate License · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Changes home state by moving between 2 member states

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If a licensee changes their home state by moving between 2 member states: (1) The licensee shall immediately apply for the reissuance of their Multistate License in their new home state. The licensee shall pay all applicable fees and notify the prior home state in accordance with the rules of the Commission.

(a) A Licensee can hold a Multistate License, issued by their home state, in only 1 member state at any given time. (2) Upon receipt of an application to reissue a Multistate License, the new home state shall verify that the Multistate License is active, unencumbered, and eligible for reissuance under the terms of the Compact and the rules of the Commission. The Multistate License issued by the prior home state will be deactivated and all member states notified in accordance with the applicable rules adopted by the Commission. (3) Prior to the reissuance of the Multistate License, the new home state shall conduct procedures for considering the criminal history records of the licensee. Such procedures shall include the submission of fingerprints or other biometric-based information by applicants for the purpose of obtaining an applicant’s criminal history record information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the agency responsible for retaining that state’s criminal records. (4) If required for initial licensure, the new home state may require completion of jurisprudence requirements in the new home state. (5) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Compact, if a licensee does not meet the requirements set forth in this Compact for the reissuance of a Multistate License by the new home state, then the licensee shall be subject to the new home state requirements for the issuance of a single state license in that state.

Statute 24 Del. C. §3907D, personal compact change command verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

If a licensee changes their home state by moving between 2 member states: ---(1) The licensee shall immediately apply for the reissuance of their Multistate License in their new home state. The licensee shall pay all applicable fees and notify the prior home state in accordance with the rules of the Commission.
Statute 24 Del. C. §3907D, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

(a) A Licensee can hold a Multistate License, issued by their home state, in only 1 member state at any given time.
Statute 24 Del. C. §3907D, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

---(2) Upon receipt of an application to reissue a Multistate License, the new home state shall verify that the Multistate License is active, unencumbered, and eligible for reissuance under the terms of the Compact and the rules of the Commission. The Multistate License issued by the prior home state will be deactivated and all member states notified in accordance with the applicable rules adopted by the
Statute 24 Del. C. §3907D, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

Commission. ---(3) Prior to the reissuance of the Multistate License, the new home state shall conduct procedures for considering the criminal history records of the licensee. Such procedures shall include the submission of fingerprints or other biometric-based information by applicants for the purpose of obtaining an applicant’s criminal history record information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the agency responsible for retaining that state’s criminal records. ---(4) If required
Statute 24 Del. C. §3907D, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

for initial licensure, the new home state may require completion of jurisprudence requirements in the new home state. ---(5) Notwithstanding any other provision of this Compact, if a licensee does not meet the requirements set forth in this Compact for the reissuance of a Multistate License by the new home state, then the licensee shall be subject to the new home state requirements for the issuance of a single state
Statute 24 Del. C. §3907D, actual licence/privilege/application qualifications verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title24/Title24.pdf

license in that state.

Spotted lanternfly business movement

binds: Person conducting business that moves regulated articles within or from the quarantine area · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Business movement of regulated articles within or from quarantine

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

6.2 A permit is required for any Person conducting business requiring the movement of any Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area. 6.2.1 The movement of Regulated Articles without a permit is prohibited. A person conducting business may not move any Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area without a permit. 6.2.2 Permit Process and Requirements. A Person required to obtain a permit for movement of Regulated Articles

6.2 A permit is required for any Person conducting business requiring the movement of any Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area. 6.2.1 The movement of Regulated Articles without a permit is prohibited. A person conducting business may not move any Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area without a permit. 6.2.2 Permit Process and Requirements. A Person required to obtain a permit for movement of Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area shall comply with the following: 6.2.2.1 Designated employees shall take training provided by the Department, University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, reciprocating state programs, or others, who have completed a Train the Trainer course approved by the Department. Designated employees shall have passed an examination, administered by an employee or agent of the Department, demonstrating they have an understanding and knowledge of the pest and of the procedures necessary to prevent the spread of the pest. 6.2.2.2 Upon successful completion of the training and passing the required test, the designated employee shall be responsible for training other employees of that entity and documenting such training. Multiple employees in a business may take the training and examination if the business deems that necessary to build sufficient training capacity within their organization. 6.2.2.3 In conjunction with taking the examination, the designated employee shall record, preserve, maintain and provide to the Department as needed, at a minimum, the following information: 6.2.2.3.1 The name, telephone number, and e-mail address of the designated employee taking the required test. 6.2.2.3.2 The legal name, address, business telephone number, and e-mail address of the business location or locations operating within the quarantine. 6.2.2.3.3 The number of vehicles and conveyances utilized. 6.2.2.3.4 An attestation that the permit holder shall comply with all requirements of this regulation. 6.2.2.4 Any employee responsible for driving any vehicle or conveyance, or handling, shipping, packaging or loading any Regulated Articles shall be trained by a designated employee who has taken the training, and passed the exam. 6.2.2.5 All Regulated Articles, including conveyances and vehicles, shall be inspected and all egg masses and other life stages of the Spotted Lanternfly shall be removed and destroyed prior to movement within or out of the quarantine area. A record of such inspection shall be kept and recorded. 6.2.2.6 Regulated Articles, other than the vehicles and conveyances themselves, shall be packaged and safeguarded sufficiently, such as within a closed container, shrink wrap, tight tarp or similar covering, to maintain isolation from the environment during storage or transportation. 6.2.2.7 Any stage of living life cycle of the insect, Spotted Lanternfly, found during any inspection shall remain within the quarantine area, be placed in a separate area away from other Regulated Articles, and shall be processed, treated, burned, or buried, in accordance with all federal, state or local laws. Final disposal of Regulated Articles shall be in a manner that does not leave material that may be infected or allow movement of the Spotted Lanternfly. 6.2.2.8 The Department may request in writing, additional information from the permit holder, for the purpose of evaluating the potential risk to the State. 7.1 Until the Department develops a permitting issuing process, submission to the Department of a valid permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, or any other State issuing such permit for the Spotted Lanternfly, will be accepted in satisfaction of the elements required in subsection 6.2 above. 7.2 Upon receipt of all required information as outlined in subsection 6.2.2.3 above, and the successful completion of the training and testing requirements of this quarantine, the Department will: 7.2.1 Issue a permit to the person that has successfully completed the testing and training, with sufficient copies to display in each business location and vehicle or conveyance. 7.2.2 Authorize any designated employee compliant with subsection 6.2.2.1, and issued a permit in accordance with the provisions of this quarantine, to train other employees of the business or entity. 7.3 Maintenance of Permit 7.3.1 Permits shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance, with extensions permissible upon notice by the Department. A permit shall be required until such time as the quarantine is rescinded by the Department. 7.3.2 A permit holder shall, prior to or immediately upon a change of information, provide the Department with notice of and describe any change to permit information previously submitted. 7.4 Display of Permit and Certificate 7.4.1 The permit issued to the person, business or other entity shall be displayed in a visible and conspicuous place at each business, entity, or individual location to which it was issued. A permit issued by the Department shall be placed in each vehicle or conveyance when being operated. 7.4.2 Subcontractors and Agents 7.4.2.1 A person required to have a permit shall assure any subcontractor or agent of that person has also obtained the proper permit and training as applicable, prior to subcontracting with that person or allowing that person to act as a subcontractor or an agent, for activity within the quarantine area. 10.1 Documentation of required inspections and compliance measures taken when shipping Regulated Articles, including vehicles and conveyances within or from the quarantine area, shall be kept by each individual, employee or person conducting activity within the quarantine area. These inspection records shall include recording of any living life stage finds and method utilized for destruction of the Spotted Lanternfly. 10.2 Documentation shall be kept listing each individual trained as a designated employee as set forth in subsection 6.2.2. 10.3 Incoming and outgoing shipment records are to detail the kind and quantity of Regulated Articles shipped, shipper name, date of shipment, source or destination information, and corresponding inspection treatment and mitigation records. 10.4 Inspection, treatment and mitigation records, including dates and outcomes, shall be kept in accordance with this section. 10.5 Records are to be maintained for a minimum of two (2) years with copies provided to the Department upon request.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

6.2 A permit is required for any Person conducting business requiring the movement of any Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area. 6.2.1 The movement of Regulated Articles without a permit is prohibited. A person conducting business may not move any Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area without a permit. 6.2.2 Permit Process and Requirements. A Person required to obtain a permit for movement of Regulated Articles
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

within or from the quarantine area shall comply with the following: TITLE 3 AGRICULTURE DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 3 6.2.2.1 Designated employees shall take training provided by the Department, University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, reciprocating state programs, or others, who have completed a Train the Trainer course approved by the Department. Designated employees shall have passed an examination, administered by an employee or agent of the Department, demonstrating they have an
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

understanding and knowledge of the pest and of the procedures necessary to prevent the spread of the pest. 6.2.2.2 Upon successful completion of the training and passing the required test, the designated employee shall be responsible for training other employees of that entity and documenting such training. Multiple employees in a business may take the training and examination if the business deems that necessary to build sufficient training capacity within
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

their organization. 6.2.2.3 In conjunction with taking the examination, the designated employee shall record, preserve, maintain and provide to the Department as needed, at a minimum, the following information: 6.2.2.3.1 The name, telephone number, and e-mail address of the designated employee taking the required test. 6.2.2.3.2 The legal name, address, business telephone number, and e-mail address of the business location or locations operating within the quarantine. 6.2.2.3.3 The number of
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

vehicles and conveyances utilized. 6.2.2.3.4 An attestation that the permit holder shall comply with all requirements of this regulation. 6.2.2.4 Any employee responsible for driving any vehicle or conveyance, or handling, shipping, packaging or loading any Regulated Articles shall be trained by a designated employee who has taken the training, and passed the exam. 6.2.2.5 All Regulated Articles, including conveyances and vehicles, shall be inspected and all egg masses and
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

other life stages of the Spotted Lanternfly shall be removed and destroyed prior to movement within or out of the quarantine area. A record of such inspection shall be kept and recorded. 6.2.2.6 Regulated Articles, other than the vehicles and conveyances themselves, shall be packaged and safeguarded sufficiently, such as within a closed container, shrink wrap, tight tarp or similar covering, to maintain isolation from the environment during storage or
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

transportation. 6.2.2.7 Any stage of living life cycle of the insect, Spotted Lanternfly, found during any inspection shall remain within the quarantine area, be placed in a separate area away from other Regulated Articles, and shall be processed, treated, burned, or buried, in accordance with all federal, state or local laws. Final disposal of Regulated Articles shall be in a manner that does not leave material that may be infected
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.2 business movement verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

or allow movement of the Spotted Lanternfly. 6.2.2.8 The Department may request in writing, additional information from the permit holder, for the purpose of evaluating the potential risk to the State.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §7 permit conditions verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

7.1 Until the Department develops a permitting issuing process, submission to the Department of a valid permit issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, or any other State issuing such permit for the Spotted Lanternfly, will be accepted in satisfaction of the elements required in subsection 6.2 above. 7.2 Upon receipt of all required information as outlined in subsection 6.2.2.3 above, and the successful completion of the training and testing
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §7 permit conditions verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

requirements of this quarantine, the Department will: 7.2.1 Issue a permit to the person that has successfully completed the testing and training, with sufficient copies to display in each business location and vehicle or conveyance. 7.2.2 Authorize any designated employee compliant with subsection 6.2.2.1, and issued a permit in accordance with the provisions of this quarantine, to train other employees of the business or entity. 7.3 Maintenance of Permit 7.3.1
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §7 permit conditions verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

Permits shall be valid for one year from the date of issuance, with extensions permissible upon notice by the Department. A permit shall be required until such time as the quarantine is rescinded by the Department. 7.3.2 A permit holder shall, prior to or immediately upon a change of information, provide the Department with notice of and describe any change to permit information previously submitted. 7.4 Display of Permit and
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §7 permit conditions verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

Certificate TITLE 3 AGRICULTURE DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 4 7.4.1 The permit issued to the person, business or other entity shall be displayed in a visible and conspicuous place at each business, entity, or individual location to which it was issued. A permit issued by the Department shall be placed in each vehicle or conveyance when being operated. 7.4.2 Subcontractors and Agents 7.4.2.1 A person required to have a permit shall
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §7 permit conditions verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

assure any subcontractor or agent of that person has also obtained the proper permit and training as applicable, prior to subcontracting with that person or allowing that person to act as a subcontractor or an agent, for activity within the quarantine area.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §10 documentation verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

10.1 Documentation of required inspections and compliance measures taken when shipping Regulated Articles, including vehicles and conveyances within or from the quarantine area, shall be kept by each individual, employee or person conducting activity within the quarantine area. These inspection records shall include recording of any living life stage finds and method utilized for destruction of the Spotted Lanternfly. 10.2 Documentation shall be kept listing each individual trained as a
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §10 documentation verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

designated employee as set forth in subsection 6.2.2. 10.3 Incoming and outgoing shipment records are to detail the kind and quantity of Regulated Articles shipped, shipper name, date of shipment, source or destination information, and corresponding inspection treatment and mitigation records. 10.4 Inspection, treatment and mitigation records, including dates and outcomes, shall be kept in accordance with this section. 10.5 Records are to be maintained for a minimum of two
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §10 documentation verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

(2) years with copies provided to the Department upon request.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §10.5, native PDFphysicalp4; complete duration split across prior quotes verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

10.5 Records are to be maintained for a minimum of two (2) years with copies provided to the Department upon request.

Spotted lanternfly origin permit

binds: Person with regulated articles · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Movement from that area into the State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-08 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

If any other area inside or outside of this State is determined by a federal, state or other regulatory agency to have the Spotted Lanternfly present, movement from that area into the State shall require a permit issued either under the provisions of these regulations, Department approved permitting process or other program carried out by the State of origin.

8.1 Regulated Articles, including any vehicle or conveyance, may be shipped through the quarantine area if the Regulated Articles and the vehicle and conveyance originates outside the quarantine area and all the following criteria are met: 8.1.1 The points of origin and destination are outside of the quarantine area established by the Department, and are indicated on a waybill accompanying the Regulated Articles. 8.1.2 No point of origin is within an area of the State where the presence of the Spotted Lanternfly has been confirmed by a federal, state, or other regulatory agency. 8.1.3 If moving during the period of April through December, the Regulated Articles are moved into the quarantine area in an enclosed vehicle or conveyance or is completely covered, such as by a tarp or full shrink wrapping, to prevent exposure to the Spotted Lanternfly. The covering must be kept on the Regulated Articles until leaving the quarantine area and thereafter be inspected, decontaminated, or destroyed. 8.1.4 The Regulated Articles, including the vehicle and conveyance, are moved directly through the quarantine area without stopping (except for refueling, traffic control devices, or emergency conditions) and has been stored, packed, or handled only at locations outside the quarantine area.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1 all through-transit conditions

8.1 Regulated Articles, including any vehicle or conveyance, may be shipped through the quarantine area if the Regulated Articles and the vehicle and conveyance originates outside the quarantine area and all the following criteria are met: 8.1.1 The points of origin and destination are outside of the quarantine area established by the Department, and are indicated on a waybill accompanying the Regulated Articles. 8.1.2 No point of origin is within

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1 all through-transit conditions

an area of the State where the presence of the Spotted Lanternfly has been confirmed by a federal, state, or other regulatory agency. 8.1.3 If moving during the period of April through December, the Regulated Articles are moved into the quarantine area in an enclosed vehicle or conveyance or is completely covered, such as by a tarp or full shrink wrapping, to prevent exposure to the Spotted Lanternfly. The covering

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1 all through-transit conditions

must be kept on the Regulated Articles until leaving the quarantine area and thereafter be inspected, decontaminated, or destroyed. 8.1.4 The Regulated Articles, including the vehicle and conveyance, are moved directly through the quarantine area without stopping (except for refueling, traffic control devices, or emergency conditions) and has been stored, packed, or handled only at locations outside the quarantine area.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

If any other area inside or outside of this State is determined by a federal, state or other regulatory agency to have the Spotted Lanternfly present, movement from that area into the State shall require a permit issued either under the provisions of these regulations, Department approved permitting process or other program carried out by the State of origin.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

5.1 of these regulations. “Spotted Lanternfly” means the invasive insect having scientific name Lycorma delicatula. TITLE 3 AGRICULTURE DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2 4.0 Quarantine 4.1 A Spotted Lanternfly quarantine is established in order to control the spread of the dangerously injurious insect, the Spotted Lanternfly, a menace to the State’s agricultural industries, environment, and residential areas of Delaware, the following Delaware counties and/or zip code areas are hereby quarantined in
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

their entirety: 4.1.1 Following zip code areas in New Castle County: 19702, 19703, 19707, 19711, 19801, 19802, 19803, 19805, 19807, 19809, and 19810. 4.2 The Plant Industries Administrator or designee shall have the authority to designate any nonquarantined area in Delaware as a quarantined area, if the Administrator has reason to believe that the Spotted Lanternfly is present based on positive confirmation of any living life stage of this insect
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

by the Department, or by agents of the USDA APHIS. 4.3 The purpose of this quarantine is as follows: 4.3.1 To establish provisions to control and eradicate the plant pest Spotted Lanternfly. 4.3.2 To establish requirements and parameters under which individuals and persons may move Regulated Articles within and from the areas covered by this quarantine, and any future added areas. 4.3.3 To establish treatment provisions for all properties within
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

the area subject to this quarantine, and any future added areas. 5.0 Regulated Articles and Limitations Imposed 5.1 The plant pest Spotted Lanternfly and its eggs and nymphs can exist on and be spread through conveyance of any object to which it may attach are considered Regulated Articles under these regulations. Regulated Articles may not be moved out of or within the quarantined area except in accordance with Section

Spotted lanternfly public checklist

binds: Individuals not conducting business who move Regulated Articles within the quarantine area · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Move Regulated Articles within the quarantine area

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Individuals not conducting business, referred to as general members of the public, are not permitted to move Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area without a checklist issued by the Department. Regulated Articles include any vehicle or conveyance. The valid signed checklist shall accompany the Regulated Articles.

The points of origin and destination are outside of the quarantine area established by the Department, and are indicated on a waybill accompanying the Regulated Articles. IMPORTANT: Before you move outdoor items check for spotted lanternfly egg masses, adults, and nymphs. Make sure all items are pest free before you move them. Help keep this pest from spreading by removing and killing them. By signing this checklist, I am confirming that I have inspected my vehicle and those items I am moving from the spotted lanternfly quarantine area, and do not see any egg masses or insects in or on anything I am moving. Please sign, date, and keep this checklist in your vehicle with you - use it each time you need it. 8.1 Regulated Articles, including any vehicle or conveyance, may be shipped through the quarantine area if the Regulated Articles and the vehicle and conveyance originates outside the quarantine area and all the following criteria are met: 8.1.1 The points of origin and destination are outside of the quarantine area established by the Department, and are indicated on a waybill accompanying the Regulated Articles. 8.1.2 No point of origin is within an area of the State where the presence of the Spotted Lanternfly has been confirmed by a federal, state, or other regulatory agency. 8.1.3 If moving during the period of April through December, the Regulated Articles are moved into the quarantine area in an enclosed vehicle or conveyance or is completely covered, such as by a tarp or full shrink wrapping, to prevent exposure to the Spotted Lanternfly. The covering must be kept on the Regulated Articles until leaving the quarantine area and thereafter be inspected, decontaminated, or destroyed. 8.1.4 The Regulated Articles, including the vehicle and conveyance, are moved directly through the quarantine area without stopping (except for refueling, traffic control devices, or emergency conditions) and has been stored, packed, or handled only at locations outside the quarantine area.

Exceptions on record

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1.1

The points of origin and destination are outside of the quarantine area established by the Department, and are indicated on a waybill accompanying the Regulated Articles.

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1 all through-transit conditions

8.1 Regulated Articles, including any vehicle or conveyance, may be shipped through the quarantine area if the Regulated Articles and the vehicle and conveyance originates outside the quarantine area and all the following criteria are met: 8.1.1 The points of origin and destination are outside of the quarantine area established by the Department, and are indicated on a waybill accompanying the Regulated Articles. 8.1.2 No point of origin is within

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1 all through-transit conditions

an area of the State where the presence of the Spotted Lanternfly has been confirmed by a federal, state, or other regulatory agency. 8.1.3 If moving during the period of April through December, the Regulated Articles are moved into the quarantine area in an enclosed vehicle or conveyance or is completely covered, such as by a tarp or full shrink wrapping, to prevent exposure to the Spotted Lanternfly. The covering

3 DE Admin. Code 804 §8.1 all through-transit conditions

must be kept on the Regulated Articles until leaving the quarantine area and thereafter be inspected, decontaminated, or destroyed. 8.1.4 The Regulated Articles, including the vehicle and conveyance, are moved directly through the quarantine area without stopping (except for refueling, traffic control devices, or emergency conditions) and has been stored, packed, or handled only at locations outside the quarantine area.

Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §6.1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

Individuals not conducting business, referred to as general members of the public, are not permitted to move Regulated Articles within or from the quarantine area without a checklist issued by the Department. Regulated Articles include any vehicle or conveyance. The valid signed checklist shall accompany the Regulated Articles.
Agency guidance Delaware Department of Agriculture, Expanded Quarantine verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/plant-industries/spotted-lanternfly-quarantine/

The Delaware Department of Agriculture has detected and confirmed populations of spotted lanternfly within all three counties in Delaware. The Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine now includes the entire state of Delaware.
Form instructions DDA residential SLF compliance checklist p1 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/04/SLF-Compliance-Checklist-Updated.pdf

IMPORTANT: Before you move outdoor items check for spotted lanternfly egg masses, adults, and nymphs. Make sure all items are pest free before you move them. Help keep this pest from spreading by removing and killing them.
Form instructions DDA residential SLF compliance checklist p1 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/04/SLF-Compliance-Checklist-Updated.pdf

By signing this checklist, I am confirming that I have inspected my vehicle and those items I am moving from the spotted lanternfly quarantine area, and do not see any egg masses or insects in or on anything I am moving.
Form instructions DDA residential SLF compliance checklist p1 verified Oct 2026

https://agriculture.delaware.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/108/2026/04/SLF-Compliance-Checklist-Updated.pdf

Please sign, date, and keep this checklist in your vehicle with you - use it each time you need it.
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

5.1 of these regulations. “Spotted Lanternfly” means the invasive insect having scientific name Lycorma delicatula. TITLE 3 AGRICULTURE DELAWARE ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 2 4.0 Quarantine 4.1 A Spotted Lanternfly quarantine is established in order to control the spread of the dangerously injurious insect, the Spotted Lanternfly, a menace to the State’s agricultural industries, environment, and residential areas of Delaware, the following Delaware counties and/or zip code areas are hereby quarantined in
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

their entirety: 4.1.1 Following zip code areas in New Castle County: 19702, 19703, 19707, 19711, 19801, 19802, 19803, 19805, 19807, 19809, and 19810. 4.2 The Plant Industries Administrator or designee shall have the authority to designate any nonquarantined area in Delaware as a quarantined area, if the Administrator has reason to believe that the Spotted Lanternfly is present based on positive confirmation of any living life stage of this insect
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

by the Department, or by agents of the USDA APHIS. 4.3 The purpose of this quarantine is as follows: 4.3.1 To establish provisions to control and eradicate the plant pest Spotted Lanternfly. 4.3.2 To establish requirements and parameters under which individuals and persons may move Regulated Articles within and from the areas covered by this quarantine, and any future added areas. 4.3.3 To establish treatment provisions for all properties within
Regulation 3 DE Admin. Code 804 §5.1 regulated articles verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title3/804/46d7c6c4-2ad5-4e5d-8c7b-66370c40669b

the area subject to this quarantine, and any future added areas. 5.0 Regulated Articles and Limitations Imposed 5.1 The plant pest Spotted Lanternfly and its eggs and nymphs can exist on and be spread through conveyance of any object to which it may attach are considered Regulated Articles under these regulations. Regulated Articles may not be moved out of or within the quarantined area except in accordance with Section

Texas Cherokee cattle import restriction

binds: Person · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Bring or have brought into the State any Texas or Cherokee cattle

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person shall bring or have brought into the State any Texas or Cherokee cattle, except for the purpose of slaughtering. All such cattle shall be taken directly from the cars on which they are transported to the abattoir, slaughterhouse or enclosure connected therewith and kept therein until slaughtered.

If missed

Whoever violates this section shall be fined $20 and costs for each and every head of said cattle brought into the State.

Statute 3 Del. C. §7304, import/slaughter restriction verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

No person shall bring or have brought into the State any Texas or Cherokee cattle, except for the purpose of slaughtering. All such cattle shall be taken directly from the cars on which they are transported to the abattoir, slaughterhouse or enclosure connected therewith and kept therein until slaughtered.
Statute 3 Del. C. §7304, penalty verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title3/title3.pdf

Whoever violates this section shall be fined $20 and costs for each and every head of said cattle brought into the State.

Unfinished frame transport

binds: Person who knowingly transports or ships an unfinished firearm frame or receiver · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 10, 2026 or later

Knowingly transports or ships an unfinished firearm frame or receiver

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-10 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

No person may knowingly transport or ship an unfinished firearm frame or receiver, except as provided in subsection (e), unless the person is a federally-licensed gun dealer or manufacturer, the manufacturer name and individual serial number are conspicuously placed in accordance with federal serialization procedures, and the person maintains records in accordance with federal requirements. A temporary transfer solely for serialization under subsection (e) is not unlawful possession or transfer.

Exceptions on record

11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(4), temporary serialization transfer

(4) A temporary transfer solely for the purpose of serialization under this subsection is not unlawful possession or transfer.

11 Del. C. §1459A(a)(1)

(1) The person is a federally-licensed gun dealer or manufacturer.

11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(1), retention population; enforcement not asserted

(e) (1) Notwithstanding subsection (b) of this section, a person who lawfully possessed an unfinished firearm frame or receiver prior to September 3, 2026, or who lawfully acquired an unfinished firearm frame or receiver in another jurisdiction and subsequently moved into this State,

11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(1), retention conditions; not promoted as enforceable mover deadline

may retain possession of the unfinished firearm frame or receiver only if, within 6 months of establishing residency in this State or by March 3, 2027, whichever is later, the person does 1 of the following:

11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(1)a

a. Has the unfinished firearm frame or receiver imprinted with a serial number by a federally licensed firearm dealer or federally licensed firearm manufacturer in accordance with federal law.

11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(1)b

b. Renders the unfinished firearm frame or receiver permanently inoperable.

Statute 11 Del. C. §222(39), native PDFp9/printedp7; official code through September10,2026/c518 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/Title11.pdf

“Unfinished firearm frame or receiver” means a firearm frame or receiver that requires further machining or molding in order to be used as part of a functional firearm, and which is designed and intended to be used in the assembly of a functional firearm.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(a), transport/shipping predicate and subsection(e) qualification verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

(a) No person may knowingly transport, ship, transfer, or sell an unfinished firearm frame or receiver, except as provided in subsection (e) of this section, unless all of the following apply:
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(2)a verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

a. Be unique to the licensee.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(2)b verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

b. Comply with 18 U.S.C. § 923(i) and applicable federal regulations, including minimum size and depth requirements.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(2)c verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

c. Be recorded and maintained in accordance with federal record-keeping requirements.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(3) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

(3) The return of a newly serialized unfinished firearm frame or receiver constitutes a transfer subject to a background check under § 1448A of this title. If the transfer is denied, the licensee must surrender the item to law enforcement.
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(a)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

(2) The name of the manufacturer and an individual serial number are conspicuously placed on the unfinished firearm frame or receiver in accordance with the procedures for the serialization of a firearm in 18 U.S.C. § 923(i).
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(a)(3) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

(3) The person maintains records for the unfinished firearm frame or receiver in accordance with the requirements for maintenance of records in 18 U.S.C. § 923(g).
Statute 11 Del. C. §1459A(e)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title11/c005/sc07/index.html?os=0

(2) A federally licensed firearm dealer or federally licensed firearm manufacturer may imprint a serial number under paragraph (e)(1)a. of this section. The serial number must:

Vehicle approved out-of-state inspection return

binds: The owner of any vehicle so inspected · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

The date the vehicle is returned to this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

It shall be the duty of the owner of any vehicle so inspected to submit such vehicle for inspection by the Department within 10 days after the date the vehicle is returned to this State.

(b) Upon application, subject to approval by the Secretary, the Department may waive such inspection requirements with respect to the renewal of registration of a vehicle registered in this State which is not in this State at the time the inspection is required, provided that an out of state inspection, certified on forms prescribed by the Secretary, is submitted to the Department. It shall be the duty of the owner of any vehicle so inspected to submit such vehicle for inspection by the Department within 10 days after the date the vehicle is returned to this State.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2143(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc03/

It shall be the duty of the owner of any vehicle so inspected to submit such vehicle for inspection by the Department within 10 days after the date the vehicle is returned to this State.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2143(b); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc03/

(b) Upon application, subject to approval by the Secretary, the Department may waive such inspection requirements with respect to the renewal of registration of a vehicle registered in this State which is not in this State at the time the inspection is required, provided that an out of state inspection, certified on forms prescribed by the Secretary, is submitted to the Department. It shall be the duty of
Statute 21 Del. C. §2143(b); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc03/

the owner of any vehicle so inspected to submit such vehicle for inspection by the Department within 10 days after the date the vehicle is returned to this State.

Vehicle document fee

binds: The owner of a motor vehicle first registered and titled in this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Registration of a motor vehicle in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

There is imposed upon the sale, transfer or registration of any new or used motor vehicle, truck tractor, trailer or motorcycle in this State a motor vehicle document fee, which fee is to be paid by the owner and shall be collected by the Division of Motor Vehicles

except that where a motor vehicle having been bought and registered outside the State and not subject to the limitation of § 3002(a)(4) of this title is first registered and titled in this State, “purchase price” shall mean the fair market value as of the date of such titling and registration.

Exceptions on record

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(1)

Renewal registration in the name of the same owner

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(2)

Motor vehicles, truck tractors, trailers or motorcycles which are transferred or sold for the purpose of resale

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(3)

Trailers where the vendor thereof delivers the trailer outside the State to a nonresident of this State and where there is imposed upon the retail sales price of said trailer a sales tax; provided, however, that the vendor provides satisfactory evidence to the Division of Motor Vehicles that the trailer was so delivered and that the sales tax was in fact paid

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(4), tax-payment condition

provided, such owner had paid to such other state a sales tax, transfer tax or some similar levy on the purchase of such motor vehicles, truck tractors, trailers or motorcycles within 90 days prior to registration or titling in this State

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(4), qualifying vehicle

Motor vehicles, truck tractors, trailers or motorcycles which are bought by the owner and registered outside the State and then are subsequently registered or titled within the State pursuant to § 2102 of Title 21

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(5)

Truck tractors with truck trailers where the owner thereof has obtained a title in another state in the same name as applied for in this State, and where application for fleet registration and inspection is obtained pursuant to § 2143 of Title 21, and where registration fees are paid pursuant to the fee provisions of § 2152 of Title 21

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(6)

All motor vehicles, trailers or motorcycles purchased, transferred, registered, owned, operated or used by: This State, its agencies and departments; any political subdivision of the State; the American Legion; Veterans of Foreign Wars; any volunteer fire company and the Delaware Civil Air Patrol; the American Red Cross; and the Salvation Army;

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(7), older-bus limitation

Any such vehicle that is older than the age specified in the capital allowance schedule at the time it is purchased shall be subject to the full document fee which shall not be reimbursable.

30 Del. C. §3002(a)(7), school-bus contract

Any vehicle meeting the requirements of a school bus and specified in a contract with a public school district or the State Board of Education to transport public school pupils on a daily basis from home to school and return and for which the owner is reimbursed on the basis of a return of capital allowance provided in the transportation formula for school bus contracts.

30 Del. C. §3002(a), exemption lead-in

This motor vehicle document fee shall not be imposed on the sale, transfer or registration of motor vehicles, truck tractors, trailers or motorcycles in the following circumstances:

Statute 30 Del. C. §3002(a), fee imposition verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c030/

There is imposed upon the sale, transfer or registration of any new or used motor vehicle, truck tractor, trailer or motorcycle in this State a motor vehicle document fee, which fee is to be paid by the owner and shall be collected by the Division of Motor Vehicles
Statute 30 Del. C. §3001(5), vehicle previously bought and registered outside State verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c030/

except that where a motor vehicle having been bought and registered outside the State and not subject to the limitation of § 3002(a)(4) of this title is first registered and titled in this State, “purchase price” shall mean the fair market value as of the date of such titling and registration.

Vehicle emissions VIN inspection

binds: A motor vehicle which is subject to inspection by the Division of Motor Vehicles · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Inspection of a motor vehicle by the Division of Motor Vehicles

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-09 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Any motor vehicle subject to inspection by the Division of Motor Vehicles shall, as a condition of compliance with the inspection, pass tests required to demonstrate compliance with applicable standards and requirements, rules or regulations for the control of air contaminants established by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. The first seven model years are exempt from emissions testing. The newest seven model years of vehicles weighing 10,000 pounds or less and being titled for the first time in Delaware may only be required to have a vehicle identification number (VIN) verification. For the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) test in all counties: vehicles that weigh 8,501 up to 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, beginning with model year 2008.

Emissions tests are required on automobiles and on trucks with a manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating (MGVWR) of 14,000 pounds or less. Per Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 1126 and 7 DE Admin. Code 1131 , some exemptions are motorcycles, mopeds, vehicles powered solely by electricity generated from solar cells or stored in batteries, vehicles manufactured before 1968, and diesel-fueled vehicles manufactured before 1997. For additional information, please visit Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance - DNREC . Under certain conditions, vehicle owners may apply to the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for an exhaust emissions waiver. The Division does not grant waivers for failed fuel system tests or safety examinations. Waivers are issued to vehicles that continue to fail the exhaust emissions test even after appropriate repairs have been made. To be eligible, all items on the following check list must apply: The vehicle failed the exhaust emissions test three times Engine parameters are set to manufacturer's specifications You exceeded the repair cost limit. The limit is $75.00 for vehicles in the 1968-1980 model year range, and for 1981 and newer vehicles registered in all three counties: Sussex, Kent and New Castle, a pre-determined amount will be set by the Department of Nature Resources and Environmental Control per Delaware regulation 7 Del. Admin C. §1126 and 7 Del Admin C. §1131 . Please refer to the Vehicle Inspection Program Brochure for a waiver option that meets your vehicle's manufactured year and county it is registered in. Please refer to DNREC Certified Emission Repair Technician List for a list of certified technicians. The vehicle did not fail for visible smoke or missing emissions control equipment. When presented to a DMV technician for review, all repair receipts, and vehicle inspection reports (VIR) must accompany the waiver applications.

note

The motor vehicle shall, as a condition of compliance with the inspection, pass such tests as may be required.

Exceptions on record

Division of Motor Vehicles, Vehicle Services Inspections page

The newest seven model years of vehicles, weighing 10,000 pounds or less and being titled for the first time in Delaware, may only be required to have a vehicle identification number (VIN) verification.

DNREC, Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance, Regular Inspections

The first seven model years are exempt from emissions testing.

Agency guidance Division of Motor Vehicles, Vehicle Services Inspections page verified Oct 2026

https://dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/inspections/

A typical automobile inspection consists of a safety inspection covering such items as tires, brakes, windows and an exhaust emissions inspection that analyses the vehicle’s exhaust and a test of the fuel system for leaks.
Agency guidance DNREC, Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance, upgrading program bullet verified Oct 2026

https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/air/mobile-sources/inspection-maintenance/

An increase for vehicles that weigh 8,501 up to 14,000 pounds gross vehicle weight beginning with model year 2008 for the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) test in all counties;
Agency guidance DMV Vehicle Inspection Program FAQs, What vehicles require emissions testing?; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://www.dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/faqs/index.shtml?dc=ve_faqs_inspection

Emissions tests are required on automobiles and on trucks with a manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating (MGVWR) of 14,000 pounds or less. Per Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 1126 and 7 DE Admin. Code 1131 , some exemptions are motorcycles, mopeds, vehicles powered solely by electricity generated from solar cells or stored in batteries, vehicles manufactured before 1968, and diesel-fueled vehicles manufactured before 1997. For additional information, please
Agency guidance DMV Vehicle Inspection Program FAQs, What vehicles require emissions testing?; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://www.dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/faqs/index.shtml?dc=ve_faqs_inspection

visit Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance - DNREC .
Agency guidance DMV Vehicle Inspection Program FAQs, How can I apply for waiver?; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://www.dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/faqs/index.shtml?dc=ve_faqs_inspection

Under certain conditions, vehicle owners may apply to the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for an exhaust emissions waiver. The Division does not grant waivers for failed fuel system tests or safety examinations. Waivers are issued to vehicles that continue to fail the exhaust emissions test even after appropriate repairs have been made. To be eligible, all items on the following check list must apply: The vehicle failed
Agency guidance DMV Vehicle Inspection Program FAQs, How can I apply for waiver?; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://www.dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/faqs/index.shtml?dc=ve_faqs_inspection

the exhaust emissions test three times Engine parameters are set to manufacturer's specifications You exceeded the repair cost limit. The limit is $75.00 for vehicles in the 1968-1980 model year range, and for 1981 and newer vehicles registered in all three counties: Sussex, Kent and New Castle, a pre-determined amount will be set by the Department of Nature Resources and Environmental Control per Delaware regulation 7 Del. Admin
Agency guidance DMV Vehicle Inspection Program FAQs, How can I apply for waiver?; part 3 verified Oct 2026

https://www.dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/faqs/index.shtml?dc=ve_faqs_inspection

C. §1126 and 7 Del Admin C. §1131 . Please refer to the Vehicle Inspection Program Brochure for a waiver option that meets your vehicle's manufactured year and county it is registered in. Please refer to DNREC Certified Emission Repair Technician List for a list of certified technicians. The vehicle did not fail for visible smoke or missing emissions control equipment. When presented to a DMV technician for
Agency guidance DMV Vehicle Inspection Program FAQs, How can I apply for waiver?; part 4 verified Oct 2026

https://www.dmv.de.gov/VehicleServices/faqs/index.shtml?dc=ve_faqs_inspection

review, all repair receipts, and vehicle inspection reports (VIR) must accompany the waiver applications.
Statute 7 Del. C. §6701 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title7/c067/index.html

Any motor vehicle which is subject to inspection by the Division of Motor Vehicles, or any other duly authorized body, shall, as a condition of compliance with the inspection, pass such tests as may be required to demonstrate that the motor vehicle complies with any standards and requirements, rules or regulations for the control of air contaminants established by the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control which are applicable to such motor vehicle.

Vehicle plate display

binds: The owner of a motor vehicle registered with a number plate · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

The Department furnishes 1 number plate for each vehicle registered

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The number plate assigned to a motor vehicle shall at all times be attached to the rear of the motor vehicle, except truck tractors attached to trailers or semitrailers, whether coupled or uncoupled, shall display the number plate on the front of the vehicle in such a manner as to be easily identified.

(a) The number plate assigned to a motor vehicle shall at all times be attached to the rear of the motor vehicle, except truck tractors attached to trailers or semitrailers, whether coupled or uncoupled, shall display the number plate on the front of the vehicle in such a manner as to be easily identified. Such number plates shall meet the requirements of subsection (b) of this section. Special license plates may be displayed on the front or rear of the vehicle. The regular numbered plate assigned to the vehicle or a duplicate special license plate furnished under § 2121(h) of this title must be displayed on the vehicle rear when the special plate is displayed on the front of the vehicle. (b) Every number plate shall at all times be securely fastened to the vehicle to which it is assigned so as to prevent the plate from swinging and at a height not less than 12 inches from the ground, measuring from the bottom of such plate, in a place and position to be clearly visible, and shall be maintained free from foreign materials and in a condition to be clearly legible. (c) (1) No number plate, or any portion thereof, shall be covered with any tinted material, nor shall any other material be placed on or around a number plate which would conceal and/or obscure any information contained thereon, including the registration expiration sticker. Plate frames that do not conceal and/or obscure any information contained on the plate, including the registration expiration sticker, are not prohibited by this section. (2) Operation and/or use of a plate frame containing or including scrolling, strobe, and/or blinking lights around a license plate for any purpose, including but not limited to advertisement, to convey a message or communication is prohibited, except during a special organized event such as a parade or car show.

If missed

Whoever violates subsection (a) or (b) of this section shall be fined not less than $25 nor more than $50.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a)–(c); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

(a) The number plate assigned to a motor vehicle shall at all times be attached to the rear of the motor vehicle, except truck tractors attached to trailers or semitrailers, whether coupled or uncoupled, shall display the number plate on the front of the vehicle in such a manner as to be easily identified. Such number plates shall meet the requirements of subsection (b) of this section. Special
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a)–(c); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

license plates may be displayed on the front or rear of the vehicle. The regular numbered plate assigned to the vehicle or a duplicate special license plate furnished under § 2121(h) of this title must be displayed on the vehicle rear when the special plate is displayed on the front of the vehicle.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a)–(c); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

(b) Every number plate shall at all times be securely fastened to the vehicle to which it is assigned so as to prevent the plate from swinging and at a height not less than 12 inches from the ground, measuring from the bottom of such plate, in a place and position to be clearly visible, and shall be maintained free from foreign materials and in a condition to
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a)–(c); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

be clearly legible.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a)–(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

(c) (1) No number plate, or any portion thereof, shall be covered with any tinted material, nor shall any other material be placed on or around a number plate which would conceal and/or obscure any information contained thereon, including the registration expiration sticker. Plate frames that do not conceal and/or obscure any information contained on the plate, including the registration expiration sticker, are not prohibited by this section.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a)–(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

(2) Operation and/or use of a plate frame containing or including scrolling, strobe, and/or blinking lights around a license plate for any purpose, including but not limited to advertisement, to convey a message or communication is prohibited, except during a special organized event such as a parade or car show.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

The number plate assigned to a motor vehicle shall at all times be attached to the rear of the motor vehicle, except truck tractors attached to trailers or semitrailers, whether coupled or uncoupled, shall display the number plate on the front of the vehicle in such a manner as to be easily identified.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2126(d) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

Whoever violates subsection (a) or (b) of this section shall be fined not less than $25 nor more than $50.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2121(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

The Department shall furnish 1 number plate for each vehicle registered.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2125 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc02/

Number and registration plates shall be the property of the State and shall be furnished by the Department for each registered motor vehicle without additional cost to the owner.

Vehicle registration

binds: Every owner of a motor vehicle, trailer, or other vehicle · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Taking up residence in this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(a) Every owner of a motor vehicle, trailer, or other vehicle shall, within 60 days after taking up residence in this State, apply to the Secretary and obtain registration for the vehicle. Vehicle owners who have apportioned power units registered in Delaware under the International Registration Plan are exempt from the requirement to register their trailers in accordance with the International Registration Plan agreement. Members of the military and their families who have vehicles registered in their home state are also exempt from this requirement.

If missed

(b) Whoever violates subsection (a) of this section shall be fined for the first offense not less than $400 nor more than $600. For each subsequent like offense, such person shall be fined not less than $800 nor more than $1,200, or imprisoned not less than 10 days nor more than 30 days, or both.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2102(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Every owner of a motor vehicle, trailer, or other vehicle shall, within 60 days after taking up residence in this State, apply to the Secretary and obtain registration for the vehicle.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2102(a), apportioned power-unit/trailer exemption verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Vehicle owners who have apportioned power units registered in Delaware under the International Registration Plan are exempt from the requirement to register their trailers in accordance with the International Registration Plan agreement.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2102(a), military home-state registration exemption verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Members of the military and their families who have vehicles registered in their home state are also exempt from this requirement.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2102(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc01/

Whoever violates subsection (a) of this section shall be fined for the first offense not less than $400 nor more than $600. For each subsequent like offense, such person shall be fined not less than $800 nor more than $1,200, or imprisoned not less than 10 days nor more than 30 days, or both.

Vehicle safety inspection

binds: A motor vehicle required to be registered under this title · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Registration of a motor vehicle by the Department

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Before the Department registers a motor vehicle required to be registered under this title, such vehicle shall first be inspected by the Department and determined to be safe and fit for operation and found equipped according to law.

The Department may waive all inspection requirements with respect to the registration of new motor vehicles and the initial registration or renewal of vehicles no older than 7 model years. Upon application, subject to the approval by the Secretary, the Department may waive such registration requirements with respect to new or used motor vehicles where a fleet account is involved. A fleet account shall consist of 10 or more vehicles. The inspection requirements may be waived provided there are adequate inspection and repair facilities at the fleet headquarters located in this State. Such fleet account waiver shall not apply to fleets of school buses which transport pupils of any public, parochial or private school of the State. For the purposes of this subsection only, any trailer which requires inspection shall qualify as a motor vehicle. The Department shall waive the requirement for inspection for those small trailers with a gross weight of vehicle and load of 4,000 pounds or less, which are not required to be equipped with brakes. The Department shall waive the requirement for inspection for fire trucks, fire engines, rescue trucks, ladder trucks, tank trucks, tank trailers and ambulances which are used by fire companies, and volunteer ambulance and rescue services in this State; provided, that at the time of the renewal of registrations for these vehicles, the principal officer of such company shall present a certification that each vehicle has been inspected by the officer or the officer’s designee and that it is safe to operate on the streets and highways and equipped according to law. The waiver shall not apply to passenger cars owned or used by fire companies. The Department shall waive the requirement for inspection for all vehicles or motor vehicles registered under the International Registration Plan pursuant to Chapter 4 of this title.

If missed

The vehicle shall first be inspected by the Department and determined to be safe and fit for operation before the Department registers it.

Exceptions on record

21 Del. C. §2143(e), renewal certification condition

provided, that at the time of the renewal of registrations for these vehicles, the principal officer of such company shall present a certification that each vehicle has been inspected by the officer or the officer’s designee and that it is safe to operate on the streets and highways and equipped according to law.

21 Del. C. §2143(e), passenger-car exclusion

The waiver shall not apply to passenger cars owned or used by fire companies.

21 Del. C. §2143(e), waiver population

The Department shall waive the requirement for inspection for fire trucks, fire engines, rescue trucks, ladder trucks, tank trucks, tank trailers and ambulances which are used by fire companies, and volunteer ambulance and rescue services in this State;

21 Del. C. §2143(c), application and fleet population

Upon application, subject to the approval by the Secretary, the Department may waive such registration requirements with respect to new or used motor vehicles where a fleet account is involved. A fleet account shall consist of 10 or more vehicles.

21 Del. C. §2143(c), facilities and school-bus exclusion

The inspection requirements may be waived provided there are adequate inspection and repair facilities at the fleet headquarters located in this State. Such fleet account waiver shall not apply to fleets of school buses which transport pupils of any public, parochial or private school of the State.

21 Del. C. §2143(c), trailer scope

For the purposes of this subsection only, any trailer which requires inspection shall qualify as a motor vehicle.

21 Del. C. §2143(f)

The Department shall waive the requirement for inspection for all vehicles or motor vehicles registered under the International Registration Plan pursuant to Chapter 4 of this title.

21 Del. C. §2143(d)

The Department shall waive the requirement for inspection for those small trailers with a gross weight of vehicle and load of 4,000 pounds or less, which are not required to be equipped with brakes.

21 Del. C. §2143(a)

The Department may waive all inspection requirements with respect to the registration of new motor vehicles and the initial registration or renewal of vehicles no older than 7 model years.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2143(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c021/sc03/

Before the Department registers, renews the registration of or reregisters a motor vehicle required to be registered under this title, such vehicle shall first be inspected by the Department and determined to be safe and fit for operation and found equipped according to law.

Vehicle title

binds: The owner of a motor vehicle · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Makes application for registration of a motor vehicle

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

The Department shall not register or renew the registration of any motor vehicle unless and until the owner makes application for and is granted an official certificate of title for such vehicle or presents satisfactory evidence that a certificate of title for such vehicle has been previously issued to such owner by the Department.

Every application for an original certificate of title shall be made upon the appropriate form furnished or approved by the Department. The owner shall certify, under penalty of perjury, that the statements made on the application for a certificate of title are true and correct to the best of the owner’s knowledge, information and belief. No application for an original certificate of title shall be accepted by the Department from any person under 18 years of age unless said certificate stating consent to said application is signed by at least 1 parent or guardian of said person.

If missed

The Department shall not register or renew the registration of any motor vehicle unless and until the owner makes application for and is granted an official certificate of title for such vehicle or presents satisfactory evidence that a certificate of title for such vehicle has been previously issued to such owner by the Department.

Statute 21 Del. C. §2302(a); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

(a) Every application for an original certificate of title shall be made upon the appropriate form furnished or approved by the Department and shall contain a full description of the motor vehicle including the name of the maker, the vehicle serial number or any number as may be assigned by the Department and any distinguishing marks thereon and whether the vehicle is new or used, together with a
Statute 21 Del. C. §2302(a); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

full and complete statement of each and all liens or encumbrances, if any, upon the motor vehicle. The application shall also contain a statement of the name and address of the person to whom the certificate of title shall be delivered and such other information as the Department may require. If the applicant desires a certificate of title in transfer-on-death form, the application shall contain the information required
Statute 21 Del. C. §2302(a); part 3 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

pursuant to § 2304 of this title. Every application shall be accompanied by the required fee. Whenever a new motor vehicle is purchased from a dealer the application for a certificate of title shall also include a statement of transfer by the dealer and a certificate of origin therefor.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2302(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

(b) The owner shall certify, under penalty of perjury, that the statements made on the application for a certificate of title are true and correct to the best of the owner’s knowledge, information and belief.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2302(c) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

(c) No application for an original certificate of title shall be accepted by the Department from any person under 18 years of age unless said certificate stating consent to said application is signed by at least 1 parent or guardian of said person.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2301(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

The Department shall not register or renew the registration of any motor vehicle or truck tractor unless and until the owner thereof makes application for and is granted an official certificate of title for such vehicle or presents satisfactory evidence that a certificate of title for such vehicle has been previously issued to such owner by the Department.
Statute 21 Del. C. §2301(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c023/sc01/

The owner of a motor vehicle registered in this State shall not operate or permit the operation of any such vehicle upon any highway without first obtaining a certificate of title therefor from the Department

Vessel certificate carry show

binds: Each person using a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

Use a vessel on the waters of this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Each person using a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies shall present the certificate of number, lease, or rental agreement required by subsection 3.5 to any Natural Resources Police officer for inspection at the officer’s request.

3.1 Applicability. Section 3.0 shall apply to all vessels propelled by any form of mechanical power, including electric trolling motors, used or placed on the waters of this State, except the following: 3.1.1 Foreign vessels temporarily using such waters; 3.1.2 Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels; 3.1.3 A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this State, which is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such; 3.1.4 A vessel used exclusively as a docking facility, or a ship's lifeboat; and 3.1.5 Vessels which have been issued valid marine documents by the Coast Guard. 3.2.2 Section 3.0 may not apply to a vessel for which a valid temporary certificate has been issued to its owner by the issuing authority in the state in which the vessel is principally operated. 3.3 Reciprocity 3.3.1 When the state of principle operation is a state other than this State and the vessel is properly numbered by that state, the vessel shall be deemed in compliance with the numbering system requirements of this State in which it is temporarily used. 3.3.2 When this State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state, the vessel's current number shall be recognized as valid for a period of 60 consecutive days following which time the vessel must be numbered in this State. 3.5.1 Except as provided in subsection 3.3, no person shall use a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies unless it has on board: 3.5.1.1 A valid certificate of number or temporary certificate for that vessel issued by this State; or 3.5.1.2 For rental vessels described in subsection 3.5.2, a copy of the lease or rental agreement, signed by the owner or the owner's authorized representative and by the person leasing or renting the vessel, that contains at least: 3.5.1.2.1 The vessel number that appears on the certificate of number; and 3.5.1.2.2 The period of time for which the vessel is leased or rented. 3.5.2 The certificate of number for vessels less than 26 feet in length and leased or rented to another for the latter's noncommercial use for less than 24 hours may be retained on shore by the vessel's owner or representative at the place from which the vessel departs or returns to the possession of the owner or the owner's representative. 3.7 Location of Certificate of Number. No person shall use a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies unless the certificate of number, lease, or rental agreement required by subsection 3.5 is carried on board in such a manner that it can be handed to a person authorized under subsection 3.6 to inspect it.

Exceptions on record

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.2.2–3.3, native PDF p3; part 1

3.2.2 Section 3.0 may not apply to a vessel for which a valid temporary certificate has been issued to its owner by the issuing authority in the state in which the vessel is principally operated. 3.3 Reciprocity 3.3.1 When the state of principle operation is a state other than this State and the vessel is properly numbered by that state, the vessel shall be deemed in compliance with

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.2.2–3.3, native PDF p3; part 2

the numbering system requirements of this State in which it is temporarily used. 3.3.2 When this State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state, the vessel's current number shall be recognized as valid for a period of 60 consecutive days following which time the vessel must be numbered in this State.

Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.7, native PDF p4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

3.7 Location of Certificate of Number. No person shall use a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies unless the certificate of number, lease, or rental agreement required by subsection 3.5 is carried on board in such a manner that it can be handed to a person authorized under subsection 3.6 to inspect it.
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.5–3.7, native PDF pp3–4; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

3.5.1 Except as provided in subsection 3.3, no person shall use a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies unless it has on board: 3.5.1.1 A valid certificate of number or temporary certificate for that vessel issued by this State; or 3.5.1.2 For rental vessels described in subsection 3.5.2, a copy of the lease or rental agreement, signed by the owner or the owner's authorized representative and by the
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.5–3.7, native PDF pp3–4; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

person leasing or renting the vessel, that contains at least: 3.5.1.2.1 The vessel number that appears on the certificate of number; and 3.5.1.2.2 The period of time for which the vessel is leased or rented. 3.5.2 The certificate of number for vessels less than 26 feet in length and leased or rented to another for the latter's noncommercial use for less than 24 hours may be retained on
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.5–3.7, native PDF pp3–4; part 3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

shore by the vessel's owner or representative at the place from which the vessel departs or returns to the possession of the owner or the owner's representative.
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.6, native PDF p3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

3.6 Inspection of Certificate. Each person using a vessel to which Section 3.0 applies shall present the certificate of number, lease, or rental agreement required by subsection 3.5 to any Natural Resources Police officer for inspection at the officer's request.
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1, native PDF p3; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

3.1 Applicability. Section 3.0 shall apply to all vessels propelled by any form of mechanical power, including electric trolling motors, used or placed on the waters of this State, except the following: 3.1.1 Foreign vessels temporarily using such waters; 3.1.2 Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels; 3.1.3 A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this State, which
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1, native PDF p3; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such; 3.1.4 A vessel used exclusively as a docking facility, or a ship's lifeboat; and 3.1.5 Vessels which have been issued valid marine documents by the Coast Guard.

Vessel number display

binds: A vessel to which Section 3.0 applies · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

A vessel to which Section 3.0 applies

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Numbers: Display; Size; Color. Each number required by subsection 3.2 shall: Be painted on or permanently attached to each side of the forward half of the vessel, except as allowed by subsection or required by subsection ; Be in plain vertical block characters of not less than 3 inches in height; Contrast with the color of the background and be distinctly visible and legible; Have spaces or hyphens that are equal to the width of a letter other than "I" or a number other than "1" between the letter and number groupings (example: DL 5678 D or DL-5678-D); and Read from left to right. When a vessel is used by a manufacturer or by a dealer for testing or demonstrating, the number may be painted on or attached to removable plates that are temporarily but firmly attached to each side of the forward half of the vessel. On vessels so configured that a number on the hull or superstructure would not be easily visible, the number shall be painted on or attached to a backing plate that is attached to the forward half of the vessel so that the number is visible from each side of the vessel. Expired validation decals shall be removed and only effective decals shall be displayed.

3.1 Applicability. Section 3.0 shall apply to all vessels propelled by any form of mechanical power, including electric trolling motors, used or placed on the waters of this State, except the following: 3.1.1 Foreign vessels temporarily using such waters; 3.1.2 Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels; 3.1.3 A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this State, which is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such; 3.1.4 A vessel used exclusively as a docking facility, or a ship's lifeboat; and 3.1.5 Vessels which have been issued valid marine documents by the Coast Guard. 3.2.2 Section 3.0 may not apply to a vessel for which a valid temporary certificate has been issued to its owner by the issuing authority in the state in which the vessel is principally operated. 3.3 Reciprocity 3.3.1 When the state of principle operation is a state other than this State and the vessel is properly numbered by that state, the vessel shall be deemed in compliance with the numbering system requirements of this State in which it is temporarily used. 3.3.2 When this State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state, the vessel's current number shall be recognized as valid for a period of 60 consecutive days following which time the vessel must be numbered in this State.

Exceptions on record

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.2.2–3.3, native PDF p3; part 1

3.2.2 Section 3.0 may not apply to a vessel for which a valid temporary certificate has been issued to its owner by the issuing authority in the state in which the vessel is principally operated. 3.3 Reciprocity 3.3.1 When the state of principle operation is a state other than this State and the vessel is properly numbered by that state, the vessel shall be deemed in compliance with

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §§3.2.2–3.3, native PDF p3; part 2

the numbering system requirements of this State in which it is temporarily used. 3.3.2 When this State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state, the vessel's current number shall be recognized as valid for a period of 60 consecutive days following which time the vessel must be numbered in this State.

Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.8, native PDF p4; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

3.8 Numbers: Display; Size; Color. 3.8.1 Each number required by subsection 3.2 shall: 3.8.1.1 Be painted on or permanently attached to each side of the forward half of the vessel, except as allowed by subsection 3.8.2 or required by subsection 3.8.3 ; 3.8.1.2 Be in plain vertical block characters of not less than 3 inches in height; 3.8.1.3 Contrast with the color of the background and be distinctly
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.8, native PDF p4; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

visible and legible; 3.8.1.4 Have spaces or hyphens that are equal to the width of a letter other than "I" or a number other than "1" between the letter and number groupings (example: DL 5678 D or DL-5678-D); and 3.8.1.5 Read from left to right. 3.8.2 When a vessel is used by a manufacturer or by a dealer for testing or demonstrating, the number may be painted on
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.8, native PDF p4; part 3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

or attached to removable plates that are temporarily but firmly attached to each side of the forward half of the vessel. 3.8.3 On vessels so configured that a number on the hull or superstructure would not be easily visible, the number shall be painted on or attached to a backing plate that is attached to the forward half of the vessel so that the number is visible from
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.8, native PDF p4; part 4 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

each side of the vessel. 3.8.4 Expired validation decals shall be removed and only effective decals shall be displayed.
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1, native PDF p3; part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

3.1 Applicability. Section 3.0 shall apply to all vessels propelled by any form of mechanical power, including electric trolling motors, used or placed on the waters of this State, except the following: 3.1.1 Foreign vessels temporarily using such waters; 3.1.2 Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels; 3.1.3 A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this State, which
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1, native PDF p3; part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such; 3.1.4 A vessel used exclusively as a docking facility, or a ship's lifeboat; and 3.1.5 Vessels which have been issued valid marine documents by the Coast Guard.

Vessel operator education

binds: Person born on or after January 1, 1978, operating a vessel required to be registered in Delaware or another state, or documented by the United States Coast Guard · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Operating a vessel on the waters of this State

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

Except for any person who holds a valid Coast Guard captain’s license or a valid Delaware River and Bay pilot’s license, or its equivalent from another jurisdiction: From and after January 1, 1994, except as provided in § 2222 of this subchapter, a person born on or after January 1, 1978, may not operate on the waters of this State a vessel required to be registered in this State or any other state, or documented by the United States Coast Guard, without first successfully completing a course of instruction prescribed by the Department and obtaining from the Department a certificate of boating safety education. Any certificate of boating safety issued by any state, and approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, shall be deemed to be sufficient compliance with the requirements of this section. Maintain in the person’s possession, at all times while operating a vessel or recreational boat on the waters of this State, the certificate of boating safety education issued by the Department; and Upon demand of a Fish and Wildlife Agent or any other law-enforcement officer, show the certificate of boating safety education issued by the Department to such agent or officer. It shall be a defense to any charge under subsection (c) of this section if the person so charged produces in court a Certificate of Boating Safety Education theretofore issued to such person and valid at the time of arrest. Once issued, the certification of boating safety education shall be valid for the lifetime of the person to whom it was issued and may not be revoked by the Department or a court of law.

Sequence

Complete this before Operating a vessel on the waters of this State. 23 Del. C. §2221(a)

If missed

Violations of §2221(a) or (c) are a class D environmental violation for the first offense and a class C environmental violation for each subsequent like offense.

Exceptions on record

23 Del. C. §2222(1)

Any person who holds a valid Coast Guard captain’s license; or

23 Del. C. §2221(d)

It shall be a defense to any charge under subsection (c) of this section if the person so charged produces in court a Certificate of Boating Safety Education theretofore issued to such person and valid at the time of arrest.

23 Del. C. §2222(2)

Any person who holds a valid Delaware River and Bay pilot’s license, or its equivalent from another jurisdiction.

23 Del. C. §2221(b)

Any certificate of boating safety issued by any state, and approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, shall be deemed to be sufficient compliance with the requirements of this section.

Statute 23 Del. C. §2225(b) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c022/sc03/index.html

Whoever violates § 2221(c) of this title shall be guilty of a class D environmental violation. For each subsequent like offense, the person shall be guilty of a class C environmental violation.
Statute 23 Del. C. §2221(c)(1) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c022/sc03/index.html

Maintain in the person’s possession, at all times while operating a vessel or recreational boat on the waters of this State, the certificate of boating safety education issued by the Department; and
Statute 23 Del. C. §2221(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c022/sc03/index.html

From and after January 1, 1994, except as provided in § 2222 of this subchapter, a person born on or after January 1, 1978, may not operate on the waters of this State a vessel required to be registered in this State or any other state, or documented by the United States Coast Guard, without first successfully completing a course of instruction prescribed by the Department and obtaining from the Department a certificate of boating safety education.
Statute 23 Del. C. §2225(a) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c022/sc03/index.html

Whoever violates § 2221(a) of this title shall be guilty of a class D environmental violation. For each subsequent like offense, the person shall be guilty of a class C environmental violation.
Statute 23 Del. C. §2224 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c022/sc03/index.html

Once issued, the certification of boating safety education shall be valid for the lifetime of the person to whom it was issued and may not be revoked by the Department or a court of law.
Statute 23 Del. C. §2221(c)(2) verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c022/sc03/index.html

Upon demand of a Fish and Wildlife Agent or any other law-enforcement officer, show the certificate of boating safety education issued by the Department to such agent or officer.

Vessel principal use number

binds: A vessel numbered by another state and propelled by any form of mechanical power, including electric trolling motors, used or placed on the waters of this State · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 7, 2026 or later

This State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

When this State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state, the vessel's current number shall be recognized as valid for a period of 60 consecutive days following which time the vessel must be numbered in this State.

Exceptions on record

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1.1; original PDF page 3

3.1.1 Foreign vessels temporarily using such waters;

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1.2; original PDF page 3

3.1.2 Military or public vessels of the United States, except recreational-type public vessels;

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1.3; original PDF page 3

3.1.3 A vessel whose owner is a state or subdivision thereof, other than this State, which is used principally for governmental purposes, and which is clearly identifiable as such;

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1.4; original PDF page 3

3.1.4 A vessel used exclusively as a docking facility, or a ship's lifeboat; and

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1.5; original PDF page 3

3.1.5 Vessels which have been issued valid marine documents by the Coast Guard.

7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.2.2; original PDF page 3

Section 3.0 may not apply to a vessel for which a valid temporary certificate has been issued to its owner by the issuing authority in the state in which the vessel is principally operated.

Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §2.0; original PDF page 2 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

"State of principal operation" means the state in whose waters a vessel is or will be operated most during the calendar year.
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.3.2; original PDF page 3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

When this State becomes the state of principal use for a vessel numbered by another state, the vessel's current number shall be recognized as valid for a period of 60 consecutive days following which time the vessel must be numbered in this State.
Regulation 7 DE Admin. Code 3100 §3.1; original PDF page 3 verified Oct 2026

https://regulations.delaware.gov/api/AdminCode/title7/3100/af6a6ff1-2760-4956-98ee-f5a0cd5f63b7

Section 3.0 shall apply to all vessels propelled by any form of mechanical power, including electric trolling motors, used or placed on the waters of this State, except the following:

Vessel tidal ramp certificate

binds: Any vessel utilizing tidal water boat access facilities provided by the Department · verified Oct 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 8, 2026 or later

Utilizing tidal water boat access facilities provided by the Department

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-10-07 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

(e) Any vessel utilizing tidal water boat access facilities provided by the Department shall be registered as required in this section in the State (which license includes funds for maintenance of these facilities under § 2118(b) of this title) or shall purchase a “boat ramp certificate.” Boats belonging to the United States government (except recreational type public vessels), State and any rescue vessel operated for the public benefit are exempt from this requirement. The “boat ramp certificate” shall cost $35, shall be affixed in a satisfactory location to the boat for which intended and shall be nontransferable. Income accrued from the sale of boat ramp certificates is appropriated to the Department (Division of Fish and Wildlife) and shall be used in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Aid in Fish Restoration Act [16 U.S.C. § 777 et seq.].

Statute 23 Del. C. §2113(e); part 1 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c021/sc02/

(e) Any vessel utilizing tidal water boat access facilities provided by the Department shall be registered as required in this section in the State (which license includes funds for maintenance of these facilities under § 2118(b) of this title) or shall purchase a “boat ramp certificate.” Boats belonging to the United States government (except recreational type public vessels), State and any rescue vessel operated for the public benefit
Statute 23 Del. C. §2113(e); part 2 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c021/sc02/

are exempt from this requirement. The “boat ramp certificate” shall cost $35, shall be affixed in a satisfactory location to the boat for which intended and shall be nontransferable. Income accrued from the sale of boat ramp certificates is appropriated to the Department (Division of Fish and Wildlife) and shall be used in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Aid in Fish Restoration Act [16 U.S.C. §
Statute 23 Del. C. §2113(e); part 3 verified Oct 2026

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title23/c021/sc02/

777 et seq.].

Voter registration election 2026

binds: You may register to vote in Delaware · verified Sep 2026 · quotes found on saved pages, Oct 11, 2026 or later

General, Primary and Special Elections

Dates and earlier conduct

The operative start of this duty is not established. Earlier conduct is unassessed; the evidence date is not a commencement date.

Evidence boundary 2026-09-20 is the latest captured-source access date for this item, not legal commencement. Earlier conduct is unassessed; no first-ever duty onset or unchanged future law is asserted. Apply the authority’s stated population, operative conditions, court effect and current program year.

Who this covers, exactly

You must be registered to vote in General, Primary and Special Elections. You do not have to be registered to vote in school elections. The 2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline is Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Uniformed service members and citizens living outside the United States have different voter registration deadlines from all other Delaware voters pursuant to the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Voting Act (UOCAVA). The 2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline for uniformed service members and citizens living outside the United States is Monday, October 19, 2026.

You may register to vote in Delaware if you: Are a citizen of the United States; AND Are a resident of Delaware (Delaware is your home); AND Will be 18 years old on or before the date of the next General Election. You may not register to vote in Delaware if you: Have been adjudged mentally incompetent. Adjudged mentally incompetent refers to a specific finding in a judicial guardianship or equivalent proceeding, based on clear and convincing evidence that the individual has a severe cognitive impairment which precludes exercise of basic voting judgment; OR Were convicted of a felony and have not fully discharged your sentence*; OR Were convicted of a disqualifying** felony and have not been pardoned. * Payment of any fees, fines, costs, or restitution which a felony offender may be required to pay as part of the criminal sanctions imposed on such offender is NOT considered in determining discharge of sentence for purposes of eligibility to register to vote. ** List of Disqualifying Felonies: Murder or manslaughter, (except vehicular homicide); Any felony constituting an offense against public administration involving bribery or improper influence or abuse of office, or any like offense under the laws of any state or local jurisdiction, or of the United States, or of the District of Columbia; or Any felony constituting a sexual offense, or any like offense under the laws of any state or local jurisdiction or of the United States or of the District of Columbia.

Exceptions on record

Department of Elections, What are the qualifications?; part 1

You may not register to vote in Delaware if you: Have been adjudged mentally incompetent. Adjudged mentally incompetent refers to a specific finding in a judicial guardianship or equivalent proceeding, based on clear and convincing evidence that the individual has a severe cognitive impairment which precludes exercise of basic voting judgment; OR Were convicted of a felony and have not fully discharged your sentence*; OR Were convicted of

Department of Elections, What are the qualifications?; part 2

a disqualifying** felony and have not been pardoned. * Payment of any fees, fines, costs, or restitution which a felony offender may be required to pay as part of the criminal sanctions imposed on such offender is NOT considered in determining discharge of sentence for purposes of eligibility to register to vote. ** List of Disqualifying Felonies: Murder or manslaughter, (except vehicular homicide); Any felony constituting an offense

Department of Elections, What are the qualifications?; part 3

against public administration involving bribery or improper influence or abuse of office, or any like offense under the laws of any state or local jurisdiction, or of the United States, or of the District of Columbia; or Any felony constituting a sexual offense, or any like offense under the laws of any state or local jurisdiction or of the United States or of the District of Columbia.

Agency guidance Department of Elections, What do I need to know? verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

You must be registered to vote in General, Primary and Special Elections. You do not have to be registered to vote in school elections.
Agency guidance Department of Elections, What are the qualifications? verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

You may register to vote in Delaware if you: Are a citizen of the United States; AND Are a resident of Delaware (Delaware is your home); AND Will be 18 years old on or before the date of the next General Election.
Agency guidance Department of Elections, ID requirements verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

ID requirements for registering to vote & updating your voter registration record: Please provide a copy of ONE of the following with your voter registration application: Delaware Drivers License or State ID Card, or a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck or other government document that shows your name and address
Agency guidance Department of Elections, How do I register?; part 1 verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

You may complete and submit a voter registration application: online at the State of Delaware Voter Portal at any Department of Elections office statewide download, print, complete and submit a voter registration application to the Department Call the Department of Elections and have a voter registration application mailed to you to complete and submit at a voter registration event hosted by a Delaware Organized Voter Registration (OVR) Program
Agency guidance Department of Elections, How do I register?; part 2 verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

group of trained voter registrars Military and overseas citizens can fill out an application using Delaware's Online Registration System or at the FVAP WEB Site and then mail, email or fax the application to the Department's Office for your county . Please Note: You may submit your voter registration application by mail, by email, by FAX, or in person to the Department.
Agency guidance Department of Elections, When can I register?; 2026 General Election verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

The 2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline is Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Agency guidance Department of Elections, When can I register?; 2026 General Election verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

The 2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline for uniformed service members and citizens living outside the United States is Monday, October 19, 2026.
Agency guidance Department of Elections, When can I register?; 2026 instructions; part 1 verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

The voter registration deadline is the 4th Saturday before a Primary and General Election per Delaware Code. Voter registration applications received by the Department by the voter registration deadline, will be considered to be submitted by the deadline. Mailed voter registration applications received by the Department which are postmarked by the deadline will be considered received by the deadline. The 2026 Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline is Saturday,
Agency guidance Department of Elections, When can I register?; 2026 instructions; part 2 verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

August 22, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. The 2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline is Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Uniformed service members and citizens living outside the United States have different voter registration deadlines from all other Delaware voters pursuant to the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Voting Act (UOCAVA). The 2026 Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline for uniformed service members and citizens living outside the
Agency guidance Department of Elections, When can I register?; 2026 instructions; part 3 verified Sep 2026

https://elections.delaware.gov/voter/votereg.shtml

United States is Monday, August 31, 2026. The 2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline for uniformed service members and citizens living outside the United States is Monday, October 19, 2026.

Duties people expect here that the cited law does not impose

Each of these is a claim commonly made about moving to Delaware. Each was checked against the provision named with it, and is not there. The finding is bounded by that provision and says nothing about the rest of Delaware law.

not a duty · verified Oct 2026 · quote found on a saved page, Oct 8, 2026

Not in the cited law: Every new resident who does not drive must obtain a nondriver identification card by a fixed move-based deadline

What the cited law does instead. Section 3101 requires a person residing in the State who desires an identification card to apply and states no move-based deadline

Statute 21 Del. C. §3101 verified Oct 2026

This finding is about the provision named here and claims nothing beyond it.

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title21/c031/index.html

Every person residing in the State who desires to obtain an identification card shall apply to the Division of Motor Vehicles.

not a duty · verified Oct 2026 · quote found on a saved page, Oct 8, 2026

Not in the cited law: A use or sales tax is owed on a motor vehicle brought into this State from another state

What the cited law does instead. The reviewed Title 30 chapter imposes a motor vehicle document fee, paid by the owner and collected by the Division of Motor Vehicles, on the sale, transfer or registration of a motor vehicle in this State, and its text contains no use tax.

Statute 30 Del. C. §3002(a) verified Oct 2026

This finding is about the provision named here and claims nothing beyond it.

https://delcode.delaware.gov/title30/c030/

There is imposed upon the sale, transfer or registration of any new or used motor vehicle, truck tractor, trailer or motorcycle in this State a motor vehicle document fee, which fee is to be paid by the owner and shall be collected by the Division of Motor Vehicles

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