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MS SB2112
Bill
AI Summary
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Expands mandatory DNA sample collection from persons arrested for "crimes of violence" to all persons arrested for any felony offense upon booking at jail or detention centers
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Changes the DNA sample destruction process to require the individual whose DNA is in the database to submit an expungement request, rather than allowing courts to order destruction on motion or sua sponte
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Permits DNA sample destruction and database record deletion only if: charges are dismissed, defendant is acquitted or convicted of a non-qualifying misdemeanor, no charges filed within statute of limitations, or no conviction after 3+ years with no active prosecution
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Allows defendants to file a court motion seeking destruction of their DNA sample and deletion from records
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Implementation contingent on Legislature providing sufficient funding for training and implementation, as certified by the Joint Legislative Budget Committee
Legislative Description
DNA samples; collected from person arrested for any felony and provide for destruction of samples only upon expungement request.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021