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An Act Establishing South Carolina’s State DNA Database (H 4820, Act 497, 1994)

June 29, 1994

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Created the State DNA Database in SLED (§§ 23-3-600 to 23-3-700), embedded in Part II of the General Appropriations Bill. Signed June 29, 1994 (with certain items vetoed).

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South Carolina
Bill Number
H 4820
Legislation Status
Enacted

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