Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1262 – Bribe receiving by a witness; class E felony
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A witness or a person about to be called as a witness in any official proceeding is guilty of bribe receiving by a witness when the witness solicits, accepts or agrees to accept any benefit from another person upon an agreement or understanding that:
(1) The witness’s testimony will thereby be influenced; or
(2) The witness will be absent from, or otherwise avoid or seek to avoid appearing or testifying at, the official proceeding.
Attorney's Note
Under the Delaware Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class E felony | up to 5 years |
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1262
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
Bribe receiving by a witness is a class E felony.
11 Del. C. 1953, § ?1262; 58 Del. Laws, c. 497, § ?1; 67 Del. Laws, c. 130, § ?8; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1;