Leonard L. Williams Justice Center

Courts to hold first Safe Surrender Day in over a decade

Sam HautGovernment, Headlines

Delaware courts will host a special day in May to let those with warrants or other charges have their cases heard quickly and clear their records. Safe Surrender Day will take place May 12 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Leonard L. Williams Justice Center in Wilmington. It’s being billed as a chance for those with warrants or …

Vinn is the Delaware Judiciary's new comfort dog. (Delaware Judiciary photo)

Comfort dog joins Delaware Judiciary staff

Ken MammarellaGovernment, Headlines

A comfort dog has joined the staff of the Delaware courts system. “The courthouse does not have to be a scary place,” said Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. “We believe the services of Officer Vinn will help make the Justice Center more welcoming, or at least not as stressful, particularly for children involved in court proceedings.” Vinn is a …