Delaware

Verified 2026-06-07

AWA compliant: Yes
Tier system: Offense-based, 3 tiers (AWA-aligned). Tier I (least serious), Tier II (intermediate), Tier III (most serious/SVP). *11 Del. C. § 4120 et seq.*
Registration duration: Tier I: 15 yrs; Tier II: 25 yrs; Tier III: Lifetime. *§ 4121*
Check-in frequency: Tier I: Annually; Tier II: Every 180 days; Tier III: Quarterly. *§ 4120*
Residency restriction: Tier II & III: 500 ft from schools and childcare (applies during supervision). *11 Del. C. § 4122*
Employer listed: Yes (employer name and address). *§ 4121(a)*
Relief available: Tier I: Petition after 10 yrs (clean record). Tier II/III: No general petition; SVP designation reviewed periodically. *§ 4121(d)*

Statutes and sources

§ 4120 — In-person check-in frequency· verified 2026-06-16
§ 4121 — Registration duration by tier· verified 2026-06-16
§ 4121(a) — Public registry employer listing· verified 2026-06-16
§ 4121(d) — Petition for removal (Tier I)· verified 2026-06-16
§ 4122 — Statewide residency restriction (500 ft, during supervision)· verified 2026-06-16
11 Del. C. § 4120 et seq. — Sex offender registration· verified 2026-06-16

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