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GA HB1288
Bill
Status
2/11/2026
Primary Sponsor
Terry Cummings
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AI Summary
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Requires either written consent from the individual or a court order before blood can be withdrawn from persons being incarcerated or released for DNA analysis purposes
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Blood samples from incarcerated persons who do not consent must be withdrawn within 30 days of obtaining a court order authorizing the withdrawal
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Applies to DNA sample collection required under Georgia Code Section 35-3-160, which governs the state DNA data bank
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Amends existing law that previously allowed mandatory blood withdrawal without explicit consent or court authorization for DNA testing of offenders
Legislative Description
Law enforcement officers and agencies; require consent or a court order to withdraw blood from persons who are to be incarcerated or are to be released for DNA testing
Last Action
House Second Readers
2/17/2026