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Delaware’s New Privacy Law Sparks Debate | Dover News
Delaware’s new law is stirring controversy: starting October 21, police can’t release names or photos of people charged with crimes—unless it’s a felony and deemed essential for public safety. Aimed at shielding accused adults from the lasting stigma of misdemeanor charges, the law’s broad wording has sparked alarm among law enforcement, who fear it could hinder investigations into serious crimes like murder or sexual assault. Critics worry about losing vital tools for alerting communities and uncovering hidden victims, while supporters insist the law only targets misdemeanors and leaves…
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