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Lawmakers hear proposal to expand and diversify oversight of Rhode Island crime lab
Summary
Senate Bill 535 would reconstitute the state crime lab commission to broaden representation and add scientific expertise following recent lab problems. Supporters said the change would improve transparency and standards; supporters and defense representatives urged balanced oversight. Committee held the
Senate Judiciary considered Senate Bill 535, a bill to restructure the Rhode Island State Crime Laboratory Commission and broaden its membership to include prosecutors, defense attorneys and scientific experts.
Context and sponsor comments: Senator Bell, sponsor of the bill, said the crime lab has experienced problems that underline the need for broader oversight and more scientific…
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