Michael H. Tipton at a glance
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Michael H. Tipton
Commissioner · Delaware Superior Court
Biography
Professional career
- Confirmed as a Commissioner of the Delaware Superior Court for Sussex County, a judicial role that functions as a judge in the county’s court system, with a term ending July 15, 2030
- Deputy Attorney General for the Delaware Department of Justice
- This position is equivalent to a judge in the county’s trial court
Education
- in Marketing — Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia — B.S.
- in Tax Law — University of Denver Sturm College of Law — LL.M.
Additional information
- representing the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement in civil and administrative matters
- overseeing cases in civil, criminal, and administrative matters.
- His career spans both prosecution and defense, as well as administrative law, reflecting a broad legal perspective
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Recording and broadcasting
Statewide
Delaware Judicial Branch operating procedures generally restrict courthouse photography and audio or video recording, subject to limited exceptions.
With limited exceptions, visitors will not be allowed to take photos or record audio or video in the courthouse.Operating Procedures for the Delaware Judicial Branch: Facilities ↗
Courtroom Technology Coordination
Statewide
Delaware courts publish courtroom technology capabilities, but counsel should direct equipment and setup requests to the applicable court before the proceeding.
If you wish to use any of the technology listed below, please make your request to the appropriate Court prior to trial.Courtroom Technology ↗
Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
Delaware courthouse electronic-device policy
Delaware Superior Court
Shared courthouse guidance; permission and stated exceptions remain applicable. Shared court context only; case-type restrictions, exceptions, later amendments and case orders apply. This is not a personal preference or a complete rules inventory.
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Biography sources checked August 26, 2026.
Delaware Courts official judicial roster
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View Operating Procedures for the Delaware Judicial Branch: Facilities ↗Courtroom Technology
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