MD SB202

Requires individuals registering as sex offenders under § 11–704 of the Criminal Procedure Article to provide a DNA sample, collected by the supervising authority at the location of initial registration.

Mandates custodial agencies and correctional facilities ensure DNA samples are collected before releasing individuals from custody, with samples collected by trained employees of booking facilities, arresting agencies, or correctional facilities.

Prohibits DNA samples from being tested or placed in the statewide database until probable cause is established through a judge/commissioner determination, arrest warrant, State's Attorney information filing, or grand jury indictment.

Makes refusing to provide a required DNA sample a misdemeanor punishable by a fine up to $1,000, with refusals referred to the State's Attorney for prosecution.

Requires automatic destruction and expungement of DNA samples and records if charges don't result in conviction, conviction is reversed, or individual is pardoned—with untested samples destroyed after 2 years if they failed testing requirements.