DE HB141

Expands DNA collection requirements to include persons arrested for "qualifying offenses" (sexual offenses, offenses relating to children, and violent felonies), not just convicted individuals.

Requires biological samples taken at arrest to use buccal swab method only; post-conviction samples may use either buccal swab or blood sample method.

Mandates that DNA samples be destroyed immediately if no probable cause is found at arraignment, or automatically expunged if the individual is not convicted of a qualifying offense and no new trial is permitted.

Establishes procedures for collection, storage, and use of DNA profiles in the centralized state DNA database, with protections limiting access to law enforcement identification purposes.

Makes the act effective upon receipt of a federal grant under the Katie Sepich Enhanced DNA Collection Act of 2012 or upon a specific annual appropriation in the state budget.