Penalties. — Delaware Code § 2407

Delaware Code § 2407 — Penalties.. Reproduced from the official Delaware Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 2407. Penalties.

(a) Any person who interferes with the Department of Agriculture in the enforcement of this chapter as determined in an administrative hearing, shall be assessed a civil penalty of no less than $50 nor more than $500 on each count.

(b) Any person who refuses to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall be assessed a civil penalty of a minimum of $100 or $25 per acre of land upon which noxious weeds have set seed, whichever is greater.

(c) The proceeds of any fines or penalties imposed under this chapter shall be deposited into an appropriated special fund account in the Department of Agriculture. These funds shall be used to support the noxious weed eradication programs of the Department of Agriculture.

70 Del. Laws, c. 285, §  3; 

Source: official Delaware text · Last verified 2026-08-27

At a glance

  • Citation: Delaware Code § 2407
  • Jurisdiction: Delaware
  • Code: Delaware Code
  • Subject: Penalties.
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

Verify the text

Statute text is transcribed from the official Delaware Code. Confirm it against the primary source before relying on it:

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed Delaware attorney.

Common questions

What is the source of Delaware Code § 2407?

The text above is transcribed from the Delaware Code, the codified statutes of Delaware. The official publisher link appears under "Verify the text" on this page.

What subject does Delaware Code § 2407 address?

It addresses "Penalties.". Read the section together with the surrounding provisions listed under "Nearby provisions" for the full picture.

Is Delaware Code § 2407 still in force?

Statutes are amended, repealed, and renumbered every session. Confirm the current version at the official Delaware source before relying on this text.

Can this page be used as legal advice?

No. This is a reference transcription for research. Applying Delaware law to your facts requires a licensed Delaware attorney who can review the specifics.