NC S682

Allows blood or urine samples to be destroyed 12 months after the report of analysis is issued, unless a motion to preserve evidence has been filed by either party.

Changes admissibility language for laboratory reports and chain of custody statements from "may be admitted" to "shall be admitted" in evidence without analyst testimony if defendant fails to timely object.

Requires 15 business days' notice to defendant before introduction of laboratory reports and 5 business days to file written objection; applies to chemical analysis, controlled substance testing, and chain of custody evidence.

Extends DNA record expunction timeline from 30 days to 90 days after receipt of verification form by the State Bureau of Investigation.

Effective December 1, 2013 for all provisions except those governing admissibility procedures in evidence matters.