Massachusetts S1554 mandates an audit of DNA profiles in the state DNA databank to identify missing samples.

Massachusetts S1554 requires the state crime laboratory to audit DNA profiles in the state DNA databank system to identify missing samples that should have been collected. The audit will include offenders covered by retroactive DNA collection provisions. A preliminary report with an estimated number of missing samples must be filed by December 15, 2023. A final report detailing the types of offenses and collection failures will also be submitted by the same date. Annual audits will follow, with reports due by December 15 each year.

Massachusetts S1554 mandates an audit of DNA profiles in the state DNA databank to identify missing samples.

Massachusetts S1554 requires the state crime laboratory to audit DNA profiles in the state DNA databank system to identify missing samples that should have been collected. The audit will include offenders covered by retroactive DNA collection provisions. A preliminary report with an estimated number of missing samples must be filed by December 15, 2023. A final report detailing the types of offenses and collection failures will also be submitted by the same date. Annual audits will follow, with reports due by December 15 each year.