Delaware Code

16 Del. C. § 2201 (2026)

Declaration of policy

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Substance abuse is one of the greatest challenges facing our State, schools, workplaces and families because it has destructive influences that pervade all facets of our society. Accordingly, it is the policy of this State to provide treatment to those who abuse substances such as alcohol, drugs or inhalants. Therefore, this chapter is designed to enable those engaged in substance abuse to receive appropriate care and treatment. Although voluntary treatment is preferred, this chapter also provides a mechanism for involuntary treatment in suitable cases.

73 Del. Laws, c. 358, § 2;

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 1 case, 2009–2009 · leading case: Div. of Fam. Servs. v. Redman, 979 A.2d 1138 (Del. Fm. Ct. 2009).

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Div. of Fam. Servs. v. Redman, 979 A.2d 1138 (Del. Fm. Ct. 2009). “§ 290dd and 16 Del. C. § 2201, which the Division argued protects records of substance abuse treatment from release.”

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