HB414

AN ACT relating to booking procedures in local jails.

Chamber Passed·2/20/26

Kentucky HB414 amends DNA collection procedures for local jails and establishes a centralized DNA database.

Kentucky HB414 mandates DNA sample collection from individuals arrested for felony offenses, convicted of felonies, or required to register as sex offenders. The Department of Kentucky State Police will maintain a centralized DNA database for law enforcement identification purposes. The bill also sets standards for DNA sample collection and destruction, and outlines penalties for unauthorized use of DNA information. Authorized personnel must collect DNA samples in an approved manner and submit them to the Department of Kentucky State Police forensic laboratory.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 73–18 · Feb 20
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House: Veto Override RCS# 119

73 Yea

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 17

1:00 PM

House Committee On Local Government

History

Mar 16

Senate

to Judiciary (S)

Feb 20

Senate

received in Senate

Feb 20

Senate

to Committee on Committees (S)