MS SB2111

Creates a nine-member Rapid DNA Task Force within the Mississippi Department of Public Safety to study using Rapid DNA technology to quickly identify and apprehend criminal offenders

Task force members include representatives from the Bureau of Investigation, Office of Forensic Laboratories, Attorney General's Office, Chiefs of Police, Sheriffs' Association, prosecutors, public defenders, and one legislator each from the Senate and House

Requires the task force to submit a report to the Legislature by December 1, 2021, with an implementation plan covering recommended legislation, administrative rules, training, funding, and IT infrastructure needs

PEER Committee staff shall assist with report preparation upon request; Department of Public Safety provides administrative and clerical support

Non-legislator members receive per diem compensation and expense reimbursement; task force dissolves upon presenting its report