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Bill > A1191
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill amends the "DNA Database and Databank Act of 1994" to require DNA samples to be collected when a person is arrested for human trafficking, arson, or car-jacking. Any person convicted and sentenced to a term of imprisonment for human trafficking, arson, car-jacking or for any attempt made to commit these crimes on or after January 1, 2023 will be required to have blood or another biological sample collected for DNA testing. Additionally, a person convicted on or after January 1, 2023 of human trafficking, arson, or car-jacking but who is not sentenced to a term of confinement will also be required to provide a blood or other biological sample for DNA testing purposes. A person who was convicted and imprisoned prior to January 1, 2023 will be required to provide a DNA sample before being paroled or released from prison. Lastly, a person arrested, but not convicted or imprisoned, for human trafficking, arson, or car-jacking will be required to provide a blood or other biological sample for DNA testing.
AI Summary
This bill amends the "DNA Database and Databank Act of 1994" to expand the requirement for DNA sample collection. It mandates that individuals convicted of human trafficking, arson, or car-jacking, including those not sentenced to imprisonment, provide DNA samples for testing. Additionally, individuals arrested for these offenses must provide a DNA sample prior to release from custody. The bill also requires individuals convicted of these crimes before January 1, 2023 to provide a DNA sample before being paroled or released from prison. The purpose is to enhance the state's DNA database for law enforcement purposes.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Public Safety and Preparedness Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A1191 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A1500/1191_I1.HTM |
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