FL H7077

Expands postsentencing evidence testing from DNA-only to all forensic analysis techniques that may identify the perpetrator or accomplice to a crime for which a defendant was convicted

Allows convicted felons who entered guilty or nolo contendere pleas to petition for forensic analysis, with eligibility rules varying based on whether the plea was entered before July 1, 2006, between July 1, 2006 and July 1, 2020, or on/after July 1, 2020

Requires the Department of Law Enforcement to perform forensic analysis and conduct DNA database searches when testing produces a sample meeting submission standards, with results provided to the court, petitioner, and prosecuting authority

Permits courts to order private laboratories to conduct DNA testing if the petitioner can pay, provided the lab meets FBI accreditation requirements and CODIS submission standards verified by the department

Authorizes courts to order evidence custodians to conduct physical searches for missing or destroyed evidence and produce a report detailing the search conducted, results, and any records showing evidence was lost or destroyed