Bill Would Require DNA Testing

Bill would require DNA testing

FRANKFORT, Ky. (KT) – Those facing felony charges in Kentucky may soon have to provide more than just their fingerprints upon arrest, under legislation that would require jails to collect a DNA sample when a person is booked into jail on a felony charge. Rep. Patrick Flannery, R-Olive Hill, is the primary sponsor of House Bill. Sen. Julie Raque Adams, R-Louisville, testified alongside Flannery during the House Local Government Committee’s meetin…

Legislation advances on DNA collection for felony arrests

FRANKFORT — Individuals facing felony charges in Kentucky may soon have to provide more than just their fingerprints upon arrest.

Legislation to require DNA collection for felony suspects moves forward

FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — A bill that would require DNA collection from people arrested on felony charges is moving forward in the Kentucky legislature. House Bill 414 cleared the House Government Committee with a unanimous vote, sending the proposal to the House floor for further consideration. Lawmakers say the legislation would require jails to collect a DNA sample when a suspect is arrested and booked on a felony charge. Supporters a…