Collateral Consequence in Delaware

Essential Resource:

According to American Bar Association (ABA) Delaware has 792 “collateral consequences” that restrict privileges and opportunities based on criminal convictions. Few of these are imposed by a judge, but act to extend punishment.

Collateral consequences significantly increase the barriers that someone with a criminal conviction must overcome as they try to reintegrate into society. Rather than helping people transition from prison, this web of laws makes it more difficult for thousands of Delawareans to rebuild their lives, support their families, and become productive members of their communities here are a few examples:

·        Employment 

·        Housing

·        Public Assistance

·        Education

·        Voting Rights

 For more information concerning Collateral Consequence in Delaware, Record Relief , Pardon & Expungement, Certificate of Relief from Disabilities and Certificate of Good conduct call: 302-747-6728 or E-mail: [email protected]m.