Most states have laws against aiding a suicide or assisted suicide. These laws are usually found in the state’s statutes, and sometimes in the state’s court opinions or case law (common law). The severity level of these crimes range from misdemeanors to felonies.
In Delaware, aiding, abetting, or causing another person to commit suicide is considered a criminal offense under state law. Delaware's statutes classify assisting suicide as a class A misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to one year in prison, a fine, or both. The state does not have a Death with Dignity statute or similar law that allows for medically assisted suicide, which means that any form of assistance in another person's suicide is likely to be subject to criminal prosecution. It is important for individuals to be aware of these laws and the potential legal consequences of being involved in any aspect of aiding a suicide in Delaware.