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1 Del. C. § 301. Rules of construction and definitions.
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§ 301. Rules of construction and definitions. The rules of construction and the definitions set forth in this chapter shall be observed in the construction of this Code and all other statutes, unless such construction would be inconsistent with the manifest intent of the General …
1 Del. C. § 302. Definitions.
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§ 302. Definitions. In the construction of this Code and of all other statutes of this State, unless the context requires a different meaning: (1) “Adult” or “adult person” means a person of the age of 18 years or older. (2) “Child” means a person who has not reached the age of 1…
1 Del. C. § 303. Words and phrases.
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§ 303. Words and phrases. Words and phrases shall be read with their context and shall be construed according to the common and approved usage of the English language. Technical words and phrases, and such others as may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning in the law,…
1 Del. C. § 304. Words of number and gender.
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§ 304. Words of number and gender. (a) Words used in the singular number include the plural and the plural includes the singular. (b) Words importing the masculine gender include the feminine as well, except as otherwise clearly indicated by the context. (c) All forms prescribed …