Forensic Genetic Genealogy
Investigative Genetic Genealogy Modifications (SB 156, 2023)
March 23, 2023
Set rules for law enforcement use of investigative genetic genealogy and consumer genetic databases.
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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DNA Processing Amendments (SB 247, 2020)
March 30, 2020
Direct programmatic changes to DNA processing.
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DNA Collection Amendments (HB 212, 2014)
May 13, 2014
Expanded booking-based collection to all felony offenses. Effective May 13, 2014 (operative Jan. 1, 2015).
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DNA Collection and Retention Amendments (HB 170, 2013)
April 1, 2013
Added DNA collection at booking for violent felonies (the Jan. 1, 2011 date embedded in current text).
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DNA Modifications (SB 277, 2010)
March 31, 2010
Amended the DNA collection provisions.
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DNA Database Amendments (HB 212, 2006)
March 17, 2006
Amended collection scope and procedures.
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DNA Amendments (HB 107, 2003)
July 1, 2003
Added the out-of-state and federal conviction trigger. Effective July 1, 2003.
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An Act Expanding Utah’s DNA Database to Felonies and Class A Misdemeanors (HB 154, 2002)
July 1, 2002
Created the modern conviction-based collection mandate covering any felony or Class A misdemeanor. Effective July 1, 2002.