Delaware Code

29 Del. C. § 804 (2026)

Determining district boundaries; criteria

✓ current as of May 2026
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In determining the boundaries of the several representative and senatorial districts within the State, the General Assembly shall use the following criteria. Each district shall, insofar as is possible:

(1) Be formed of contiguous territory;

(2) Be nearly equal in population;

(3) Be bounded by major roads, streams or other natural boundaries; and

(4) Not be created so as to unduly favor any person or political party.

29 Del. C. 1953, §  606;  54 Del. Laws, c. 36056 Del. Laws, c. 24363 Del. Laws, c. 183, §  168 Del. Laws, c. 188, §  173 Del. Laws, c. 243, §  1