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An Act to Amend Section 296 of the Penal Code, Relating to DNA Evidence (AB 16, 2017-2018 Session)

January 22, 2018

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Would have amended Penal Code § 296 (enacted via Proposition 69) to expand mandatory DNA collection (buccal swabs, thumbprints, palm prints) to persons convicted of specified misdemeanors, including assault with a deadly weapon and sexual battery.

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State
California
Bill Number
AB 16
Legislation Status
Did not pass

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