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HB1288Introduced in the House

Law enforcement officers and agencies; require consent or a court order to withdraw blood from persons who are to be incarcerated or are to be released for DNA testing

IntroducedHouse Judiciary - Non-Civil

Introduced by Terry Cummings, District 39

What does this bill do?

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Official description

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 35-3-161 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to collection of DNA samples and time and procedure for withdrawal of blood samples, so as to require consent or a court order to withdraw blood from persons who are to be incarcerated or are to be released for DNA testing; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Where it stands

House Second Readers

February 17, 2026

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