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MO HB733

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/28/2015

Primary Sponsor

Ira Anders

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands mandatory DNA collection upon arrest to include all felony offenses for individuals 17 years or older, replacing the previous limitation to specific crimes (burglary and offenses under chapters 565, 566, 567, 568, or 573)

  • Requires DNA samples to be collected using the buccal swab method at collection sites designated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and Department of Corrections

  • Authorizes use of necessary force to collect DNA samples and provides civil and criminal immunity for authorized personnel performing collections in a reasonable manner

  • Mandates expungement of DNA records within 30 days when prosecution is declined, charges are withdrawn, cases are dismissed, no probable cause is found, or defendant is found not guilty

  • Classifies unauthorized use or dissemination of DNA information for non-criminal justice purposes as a class A misdemeanor

Legislative Description

Requires the use of the buccal swab method for collecting DNA from persons required to provide samples for the DNA profiling system

Last Action

Referred: Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness(H)

5/15/2015

Committee Referrals

Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness5/15/2015

Full Bill Text

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