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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the expansion of the state DNA database. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to expand the state DNA database by requiring any person who is arrested for a felony and arraigned to submit a DNA sample to the department. The bill also increases the penalties for failing to provide a DNA sample, 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 samples if the original offense does not result in a conviction.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4878 (on 07/24/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2336 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2336.pdf |
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