Bill > S00921

This bill requires individuals arrested for certain felonies to submit a DNA sample to law enforcement, expanding the existing DNA collection process. Specifically, the bill defines a "felony arrestee" as someone arrested and charged with a wide range of serious crimes, including various assault, homicide, sex offense, kidnapping, burglary, arson, larceny, robbery, and weapons-related felonies. When such an individual is arrested, they must provide a DNA sample unless they have previously submitted one that is already in the state's DNA identification index. If an arrestee refuses to provide a sample, a public servant can seek a court order to collect it. The bill also establishes procedures for managing and potentially expunging DNA records, including a requirement for the commissioner of criminal justice services to periodically review the DNA index to ensure only appropriate samples are retained. Additionally, the bill makes technical amendments to various criminal procedure laws to align with these new DNA collection requirements, such as updating fingerprinting and DNA sample collection protocols during arrest and court proceedings. The changes aim to enhance law enforcement's ability to identify and track individuals involved in serious criminal activities while also providing mechanisms for sample removal under certain circumstances.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S921