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Utah House rejects bill to require DNA sampling for Class B domestic-violence assaults
Summary
The Utah House voted 33-38 against HB314, which would have required DNA collection from people convicted of Class B misdemeanor domestic-violence assault, exempted minors, and required a $100 collection fee; supporters said it aids investigations, opponents cited privacy and scope concerns.
The Utah House on Feb. 25 rejected House Bill 314, a proposal to require that “a DNA specimen shall be obtained from a person convicted of a Class B misdemeanor domestic violence assault,” by a roll-call vote of 33 yes to 38 no.
Sponsor Representative Greenwood told the House the bill would narrow DNA collection to domestic-violence assaults, exempt minors, create a process for…
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