New task force to look at bail in domestic violence cases in Delaware following deadly Smyrna shootings Jeff Neiburg, Delaware News Journal
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Delaware Supreme Court Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. announced on Tuesday the formation of a new task force that will review judicial bail procedures in domestic violence cases and recommend best practices for handling such cases.
The task force was set up to address the unique challenges of bail decisions made in cases involving charges of domestic violence, Seitz wrote in a court order.
The announcement of the task force comes on the heels of recent violence in Smyrna.
Chief Justice Appoints Domestic Violence Bail Review Task Force to Improve and Enhance Pretrial Reforms
Delaware Supreme Court Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz, Jr. announced today the formation of the Delaware Domestic Violence Bail Review Task Force. The Task Force will make a detailed review of judicial bail procedures in domestic violence cases and recommend best practices for handling these difficult cases. Retired Supreme Court Justice Randy Holland will chair the Task Force. It will include members of the judiciary, prosecutors, defense attorneys, victim advocates, and legislators. The Task Force report and recommendations are expected to be provided to the Chief Justice by September 1, 2021.
New task force to look at bail in domestic violence cases in Delaware following deadly Smyrna shootings Jeff Neiburg, Delaware News Journal
Did Lew Gill s February arrest foreshadow Tuesday s killings in Smyrna? UP NEXT
Delaware Supreme Court Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. announced on Tuesday the formation of a new task force that will review judicial bail procedures in domestic violence cases and recommend best practices for handling such cases.
The task force was set up to address the unique challenges of bail decisions made in cases involving charges of domestic violence, Seitz wrote in a court order.
The announcement of the task force comes on the heels of recent violence in Smyrna.