ATLANTA (AP) - Georgia lawmakers could soon be considering a
proposal to expand the state's DNA database.
The proposal by Democratic state Rep. Rob Teilhet would require
anyone arrested for a felony to provide a DNA sample at the same
time that fingerprints and mug shots are taken.
Georgia law now requires DNA samples to be collected upon
conviction of certain felonies.
Teilhet, who is running to become the next Attorney General,
said expanding the database would help prevent repeat felony
offenses. He said police officers are now saddled with a "limited
and outdated" DNA registry.
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Georgia Considers Expanding DNA Database
Georgia law now requires DNA samples to be collected upon conviction of certain felonies, but that law could soon be expanded.
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Published: January 26, 2010
Published: January 26, 2010
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