Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1273 – Unlawful grand jury disclosure; class B misdemeanor
A person is guilty of unlawful grand jury disclosure when, being a grand juror, a public prosecutor, a grand jury stenographer, a grand jury interpreter, a peace officer guarding a witness in a grand jury proceeding, or a clerk, attendant, warden or other public servant having official duties in or about a grand jury room or proceeding, the person intentionally discloses to another person the nature or substance of any grand jury testimony, or any decision, result or other matter attending a grand jury proceeding which is required by law to be kept secret, except in the proper discharge of official duties or upon written order of the court.
Attorney's Note
Under the Delaware Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 6 months | up to $1,150 |
Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 11 Sec. 1273
- Grand jury: agreement providing that a lender will delay exercising its rights (in the case of a mortgage,
- Juror: A person who is on the jury.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
Unlawful grand jury disclosure is a class B misdemeanor.
11 Del. C. 1953, § ?1273; 58 Del. Laws, c. 497, § ?1; 67 Del. Laws, c. 130, § ?8; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1;