This database includes federal, state, and local laws, proposed legislation, budget impact statements,
regulations, and more as jurisdictions implement forensic DNA policies and procedures.
June 7, 2023
Revised laws related to biometric privacy and created the Genetic Information Privacy Act, requiring an entity to provide consumers information…
May 7, 2021
Requires a warrant for a search of a consumer DNA database and for a familial DNA search or partial-match search…
July 26, 2002
Montana DOJ Forensic Science Division rule on collection of biological samples for DNA analysis. A buccal swab is collected by…
May 2, 2001
Sponsored by Rep. Paul Clark and titled ‘Expand DNA database to all felonies.’ Expanded the collection of DNA evidence from…
March 23, 1999
Defined ‘fingerprints’ for purposes of the Criminal Justice Information Act, expanded the group of persons subject to Montana’s DNA testing…