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Carjacking is a type of robbery in which the criminal uses force or the threat of force to take possession and control of an automobile—usually when the victim is inside or near the automobile. Carjacking laws vary from state to state, and are usually located in a state’s penal code. Carjacking is also a federal crime when the stolen vehicle is transported, shipped, or received in interstate or foreign commerce (generally, transported across state lines).

In Delaware, carjacking is considered a serious felony offense. Under Delaware law, specifically Title 11, Section 836 of the Delaware Code, carjacking is defined as intentionally taking control of another person's vehicle with the intent to permanently or temporarily deprive the person of their vehicle. This act must be accomplished by force or threat of force, and the victim must be in or near the vehicle. The penalties for carjacking in Delaware are severe and can include substantial prison time, reflecting the seriousness of the offense. Additionally, carjacking becomes a federal crime under the Hobbs Act or other federal statutes when the vehicle is transported across state lines. This means that if a carjacked vehicle is taken from Delaware to another state, federal charges can also apply, leading to more severe penalties including longer prison sentences and larger fines.

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