HB 2941 Summary

• Amends 74 O.S. Section 150.27a to establish the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) database within the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation for storing DNA profiles and biological samples from offenders and crime scenes.

• Requires DNA biological sample collection from individuals convicted of felony offenses, sex offenders, and certain misdemeanor offenders (assault, domestic abuse, stalking, drug possession, and related crimes), subject to availability of funds for misdemeanors.

• Makes CODIS database records, computer software, and database structures confidential and exempt from public disclosure; restricts access to law enforcement and criminal justice agencies only.

• Establishes criminal penalties for unauthorized disclosure or use of DNA information, ranging from misdemeanor charges (up to 1 year jail and $5,000 fine) to felony penalties ($25,000-$100,000 fines) for commercial misuse.

• Prohibits electronic connection between CODIS and the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and specifies that noncompliance with DNA collection procedures shall not invalidate arrests, pleas, convictions, or dispositions; effective November 1, 2010.