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An Act Establishing Minnesota’s DNA Collection Program and Database (HF 59, 1989 Minn. Laws, Ch. 290, 1989)

May 26, 1989

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Created both pillars of Minnesota's DNA program: § 609.3461 (later § 609.117), requiring DNA specimens from offenders convicted of criminal sexual conduct, and § 299C.155, directing the BCA to develop DNA collection protocols and a centralized database.

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State
Minnesota
Bill Number
HF 59
Legislation Status
Enacted

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