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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill expands the state DNA database by requiring anyone arrested and arraigned for a felony in Massachusetts to submit a DNA sample, which will be added to the database. It also increases the penalties for failing to comply with DNA sample collection requirements, raising the fine from $1,000 to $2,000 and the maximum jail time from six months to one year. Additionally, the bill allows for the expungement of DNA profiles from the database if the original offense does not result in a conviction.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Danielle Gregoire (D)*,
Carole Fiola (D),
Jessica Giannino (D),
Brad Jones (R),
Joe McGonagle (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Steve Xiarhos (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5193 (on 09/08/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2472 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2472.pdf |
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