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An Act Concerning Department of State Police — Collection of DNA Samples (HB 240, Ch. 449, 2005)

May 26, 2005

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Companion bill to SB 213 (Ch. 448); amended Public Safety Article § 2-504 to authorize DNA sample collection at the time of sentencing (in addition to intake to a correctional facility) and to add a suitable location in a courthouse following imposition of sentence as an authorized collection site.

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State
Maryland
Bill Number
HB 240
Legislation Status
Enacted

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