NC H386

Authorizes destruction of blood and urine samples used for chemical analysis 12 months after case filing or trial court conclusion (whichever is later), unless a Motion to Preserve Evidence has been filed.

Changes laboratory reports on chemical analysis to be "shall be admitted" rather than "may be admitted" into evidence when defendants fail to file written objections within required timeframes.

Establishes 15 business day notice requirement and 5 business day objection period for defendants before laboratory reports can be admitted without analyst testimony in district and superior courts.

Extends timeframe for SBI expunction of DNA records and samples from 30 days to 90 days after receiving verification forms from defendants.

Applies most provisions to proceedings on or after December 1, 2013; remainder is effective upon enactment.