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HI SB320
Bill
Status
3/7/2017
Primary Sponsor
Gil Keith-agaran
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AI Summary
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Closes a loophole in Hawaii's DNA collection law by requiring DNA samples from felony offenders who have completed their sentences and are no longer under probation, parole, or court supervision.
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Applies retroactively to July 1, 2005, allowing collection of DNA samples from individuals who completed felony sentences prior to July 1, 2017.
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Expands DNA collection requirements to include persons acquitted pursuant to section 704-402 (insanity defense), persons granted deferred pleas, and persons on pre-sentence bail release after guilty pleas.
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Defines "other release" to include various forms of conditional release after guilty pleas, deferred acceptance of pleas, or acquittals by reason of insanity.
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Creates criminal penalties (misdemeanor for intentional/knowing refusal, petty misdemeanor for reckless failure) for refusing to provide DNA samples after proper written notice.
Legislative Description
Relating To Forensic Identification.
Forensic Identification
Last Action
Referred to JUD, FIN, referral sheet 27
3/9/2017