Utah SB0071 amends evidence retention requirements for violent felony and misdemeanor offenses.

Utah SB0071 amends the law regarding the retention of evidence in violent felony and misdemeanor cases. It mandates that biological evidence of a violent felony offense must be preserved for the longer duration between the statute of limitations or the time an individual remains in custody. The bill also outlines procedures for agencies to request the return or disposal of evidence, requiring notification to relevant parties and allowing for objections.

Utah SB0071 amends evidence retention requirements for violent felony and misdemeanor offenses.

Utah SB0071 amends the law regarding the retention of evidence in violent felony and misdemeanor cases. It mandates that biological evidence of a violent felony offense must be preserved for the longer duration between the statute of limitations or the time an individual remains in custody. The bill also outlines procedures for agencies to request the return or disposal of evidence, requiring notification to relevant parties and allowing for objections.