HB742

In DNA data and testing, further providing for policy, for definitions, for DNA sample required upon conviction, delinquency adjudication and certain ARD cases, for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions, for expungement and for mandatory cost.

Introduced·3/3/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB742 amends DNA data and testing laws, requiring DNA samples for certain offenses and jurisdictions.

Pennsylvania HB742 amends Title 44 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance DNA data and testing policies. It mandates DNA sample collection for individuals convicted or adjudicated delinquent for specified offenses, including felony sex offenses and other serious crimes. The bill also requires DNA samples from persons accepted from other jurisdictions under certain conditions. Additionally, it establishes automatic expungement of DNA records for juveniles at the time their offenses become eligible for expungement.

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History

Mar 3, 2025

House

Referred to Judiciary