Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

Connecticut Senate Bill SB00470

Introduced

1/21/11

Introduced

1/21/11

Refer

1/21/11

Refer

1/21/11

Caption

An Act Mandating Dna Testing Of Persons Arrested For Serious Felonies.

Impact

If passed, SB00470 would amend Title 54 of the general statutes regarding criminal procedures. The law enforcement agencies would be mandated to collect DNA samples from individuals upon arrest for specified serious felonies. Supporters of the bill contend that the expanded DNA database would not only facilitate quicker resolutions in criminal cases but also provide significant enhancements to the overall justice system by preventing wrongful convictions, thereby ensuring that both victims and the innocent are better served.

Summary

SB00470 is an act proposing mandatory DNA testing for individuals arrested for serious felony offenses. The primary aim of this legislation is to enhance the state's ability to identify offenders and to potentially reduce the rate of wrongful convictions. By requiring DNA samples from all persons arrested for serious felonies, the bill seeks to strengthen the existing DNA data bank, which advocates argue will assist in solving crimes more efficiently and accurately. This provision is particularly important in cases where the identification of suspects is crucial for both public safety and the rights of the accused.

Contention

Despite its potential benefits, SB00470 has faced criticism and concerns regarding privacy rights and the presumption of innocence. Opponents argue that mandating DNA collection upon arrest, rather than conviction, could infringe on individual liberties and lead to misuse of genetic data. There are also discussions surrounding the logistical implications this mandate could place on law enforcement agencies, including the resources required to implement such a widespread collection process. Balancing public safety with civil liberties remains a central point of contention in the ongoing dialogue regarding this bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT HB05072

An Act Concerning Personal Income Tax Deductions For Seniors.

CT SB00165

An Act Establishing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For Certain Long-term Care Insurance Policyholders.

CT SB00025

An Act Establishing A Property Tax Credit Against The Personal Income Tax For Certain Seniors.

CT SB00066

An Act Authorizing Bonds Of The State For Purchase Of A Fire Rescue Boat And A Personal Watercraft By The City Of Milford For Marine Rescues.

CT SB00101

An Act Requiring The Indexing Of Income Thresholds For The Personal Income Tax.

CT SB00022

An Act Establishing A Personal Income Tax Deduction For The Costs Of Home Health Care.

CT SB00439

An Act Concerning Compensation For Persons Who Are Wrongfully Incarcerated.

CT SB00183

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Motor Vehicles And Concerning Low-speed Vehicles, The Towing Of Occupied Vehicles, School Buses, Electric Commercial Vehicles, The Passenger Registration Of Pick-up Trucks And Removable Windshield Placards For Persons Who Are Blind And Persons With Disabilities.

CT SB00103

An Act Reducing Certain Personal Income Tax Marginal Rates.

CT HB05505

An Act Concerning Self-defense, Defense Of A Third Person And Assisting In Or Effecting An Arrest As Affirmative Defenses.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.