HB0641 (CH0571)

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2016 Regular Session

 

Entitled:

Evidence - Admissibility of DNA Profile - Definition and Validation of DNA Profile

Sponsored by:

Delegate Sophocleus

Status:

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 571


Synopsis:Altering the definition of "DNA profile" for purposes of provisions of law concerning the admissibility of a DNA profile in a criminal proceeding; providing that a DNA profile is admissible for specified purposes if accompanied by a specified statement that analysis of genetic loci has been validated according to specified quality assurance standards of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and applying the Act prospectively.
Analysis:Fiscal and Policy Note (Revised)
All Sponsors:Delegates Sophocleus, Carey, Chang, Dumais, and S. Howard
Additional Facts:Cross-filed with: SB0637
Bill File Type: Regular
Effective Date(s): October 1, 2016
Committee(s):
Judiciary  View Committee HearingJudicial Proceedings
Broad Subject(s):Criminal Law - Procedure
Narrow Subject(s):Evidence
Federal Government
Genetics
Statutes:Article - Courts and Judicial Proceedings
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May 24, 2016 3:41 P.M.