Legislation Database

This database includes federal, state, and local laws, proposed legislation, budget impact statements,
regulations, and more as jurisdictions implement forensic DNA policies and procedures.

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OH: Senate Bill 2 Sentencing Conformity Act — DNA Collection Extended to Felons in Jails and Community-Based Correctional Facilities (Am. Sub. SB 269, 1996)

July 1, 1996

Companion conformity act to Am. Sub. S.B. 2, Ohio’s truth-in-sentencing overhaul, taking effect the same day. Amends R.C. 2901.07 to…

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OH: An Act Permitting BCI to Establish a DNA Database and Requiring DNA Specimens From Certain Offenders (Am. Sub. HB 5, 1995) — Ohio’s founding DNA statute

August 30, 1995

Ohio’s founding forensic DNA act. Enacts R.C. 109.573, 2151.315 and 2901.07 and amends R.C. 109.99, 149.43, 3111.09 and 3111.12. R.C.…

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