Bill > HB5017

This bill amends the DNA identification profiling system act to modify language related to collecting and retaining DNA samples, with a particular focus on updating terminology around prostitution and commercial sexual activity. The bill updates several sections of existing law to replace terms like "prostitution" and "house of ill fame" with more contemporary language such as "commercial sexual activity" and expanding location references to include vehicles. Specifically, the bill mandates that DNA profiles will be permanently retained for individuals arrested for or convicted of certain misdemeanors, including offenses related to disorderly conduct, indecent exposure, and commercial sexual activity. The bill maintains strict guidelines about how DNA samples can be disclosed, allowing their use only for criminal justice purposes, judicial proceedings, criminal case defense, and academic research (with personal identifications removed). Additionally, the bill requires individuals convicted of specified offenses to pay a $60 assessment, which will be distributed among law enforcement agencies and the state treasury. The bill also provides detailed procedures for sample collection, retention, and disposal, including provisions for destroying samples if charges are dismissed or no charges are filed. The amendment will take effect 90 days after enactment and is tied to the passage of a companion House Bill.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5017