Establishes a statewide DNA match tracking system to ensure timely communication and follow-up on DNA matches.
The DNA Match Notification, Tracking, and Accountability Act mandates the Department of Public Safety to create and maintain a statewide automated DNA match tracking system. This system will receive DNA match notifications from accredited crime laboratories, automatically route them to designated law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies, and track subsequent actions. The act requires notifying agencies to transmit electronic notifications within ten business days of a DNA match and mandates receiving agencies to review notifications within five business days.
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