§844D-23 Repository of samples and records. (a) The department may designate itself or other appropriate entities to serve as repositories for blood specimens and buccal swab and other biological samples, and the designated entity shall analyze specimens and samples, and store, compile, correlate, compare, maintain, and use DNA and forensic identification profiles and records related to the following:
(1) Forensic casework and forensics unknown;
(2) Known and evidentiary specimens and samples from crime scenes or criminal investigations;
(3) Missing or unidentified persons;
(4) Persons required to provide specimens, samples, or print impressions under this chapter;
(5) Legally obtained samples; and
(6) Anonymous DNA records used for training, research, statistical analysis of populations, quality assurance, or quality control.
(b) The designated entity shall include files as necessary to implement this chapter.
(c) Nothing in this section shall be construed as requiring the designated entity to provide specimens or samples for quality control or other purposes to those who request specimens or samples.
(d) Samples, specimens, or profiles to be submitted for the state DNA database and data bank identification program shall include information as required by the department for ensuring search capabilities and compliance with National DNA Index System standards. [L 2005, c 112, pt of §1]
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