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MA H748

Relative to the DNA database


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to penalties for failing to submit DNA samples. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill aims to amend the existing law regarding the DNA database in Massachusetts. The key provisions are: 1) Individuals convicted of a crime must provide a DNA sample immediately upon conviction, rather than within one year of conviction or before release from custody. 2) Individuals who fail to provide a required DNA sample can be subject to arrest and face a fine of up to $1,000 or up to 6 months in jail, or both. These changes are intended to ensure timely collection of DNA samples and enforce compliance with the DNA database requirements.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4874 (on 08/09/2018)

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