NYD DNA Databank

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The New York State DNA Databank

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created to maintain DNA profiles of convicted offenders so law enforcement officials could identify perpetrators of crimes when DNA evidence was retrieved from a crime scene.

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The DNA Databank began limited operations in

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1996 DNA samples were collected from individuals convicted of homicide and certain sex related offenses

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The law that created the databank has been amended

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five times to expand the number of crimes that require a DNA sample upon conviction.

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As of August 1, 2012 the nys dna databank offenses include

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ALL FELONIES IN ANY STATE LAW AND PENAL LAW MISDEMEANORS.

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NYS Data base law is not retroactive and does not apply to

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children involved in Family Court matters, to youthful offenders or to first time offenders convicted of a specific subsection of fifth degree marijuana possession (Penal Law section 221.10, subsection 1).

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what does dna stand for?

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Deoxyribonucleic acid- fundamental building block for an individuals entire genetic makeup

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where is dna contained in the human body

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In blood, semen, skin cellsm tissue, organs, muscles, brain cells, bone,teeth, hair, saliva, mucus, perspiration, fingernails, urin and feces

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When handling or processing DNA evidence, officers/detectives shall

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use
appropriate universal precautions, e.g., gloves, as outlined in the Blood
Borne Pathogens Training provided by this department.