There is a newer version of the Delaware Code
2016 Delaware Code
Title 11 - Crimes and Criminal Procedure
CHAPTER 45. APPEAL; STAY OF EXECUTION; POSTCONVICTION REMEDY
§ 4501. Formal defects and clerical errors.
11 DE Code § 4501 (2016) What's This?
In a criminal case, judgment shall not be reversed for any clerical misprision or formal defect, if the record contains substantial ground for judgment.
The omission of the words "with force and arms'' shall be deemed a defect in form merely.
Code 1852, § 2968; Code 1915, § 4835; Code 1935, § 5326; 11 Del. C. 1953, § 4501.;
Disclaimer: These codes may not be the most recent version. Delaware may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site. Please check official sources.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google
Privacy Policy and
Terms of Service apply.
