New JerseyPeople arrested for certain crimes would give DNA samples
If lawmakers pass this proposal, people arrested for certain crimes would have to give a DNA sample for testing before leaving custody.
What it does
If enacted, the proposal would require people arrested for certain crimes to give a DNA sample for testing before they leave custody.
Argument forCollecting DNA after certain arrests could give investigators samples to compare when looking into crimes.
Argument againstCollecting DNA after an arrest could affect the privacy of people who have not been convicted.
More detail
People arrested for certain crimes would have to give a DNA sample. The requirement would cover certain arrests in New Jersey. The proposal would take effect immediately if enacted. The sample would be due before release from custody.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
- To Governor
- Became Law
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Oct 15Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations CommitteeLatest
- Vote recorded Reported out of Senate committee as a substitute. Result: pass.Upper
- Oct 15Reported from Senate Committee as a Substitute, 2nd ReadingMinor
- May 21Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety CommitteeIntroduced
- Oct 15Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations CommitteeLatest
Criminal JusticePublic Safety