Strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs) commonly result in defamation, invasion of privacy, and nuisance complaints that weaponize legal action. These lawsuits can stifle public participation in the political process, which heavily affects how state government operates.
With bipartisan support from the members of the General Assembly, Sen. Spiros Mantzavinos passed Senate Bill 80, which will safeguard Delawareans’ First Amendment rights by limiting SLAPPs.