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AZ SB1475

Bill

Status

Failed

2/25/2019

Primary Sponsor

David Livingston

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-fourth Legislature - First Regular Session (2019)

AI Summary

  • Establishes a DNA identification database within the Arizona Department of Public Safety to store DNA ID profiles associated with individuals' names, dates of birth, addresses, and social security numbers.

  • Requires DNA ID collection from persons applying for licenses or permits, those with fingerprint employment requirements, law enforcement employees, deceased persons, court-ordered individuals, and voluntary participants; limits collection fees to $250.

  • Restricts database access to law enforcement for criminal justice purposes, authorized governmental entities, court orders, and approved research; prohibits storage of genetic profiles or DNA sequences that reveal medical conditions or physical characteristics.

  • Mandates the department establish collection protocols using Rapid DNA Identification technology, appoint an ombudsman for complaint investigation, and publish annual reports on database usage in aggregate form.

  • Makes unauthorized database access or use a Class 2 misdemeanor and requires a two-thirds legislative vote for enactment.

Legislative Description

DNA identification database; requirements

State Government - Title 41

Last Action

Senate RULES Committee action: Held, voting: (0-0-0-0)

2/25/2019

Full Bill Text

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