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S05862Introduced in the Senate

Requires law enforcement agencies to store physical or other evidence it maintains within fireproof containers or within a fireproof storage area; requires law enforcement agencies to document and photograph evidence before it is stored in a fireproof container or storage area; requires that such documents and photographs be stored in a different location.

IntroducedSenate Codes

Introduced by Andrew Gounardes, District 26

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Requires law enforcement agencies to store physical or other evidence it maintains within fireproof containers or within a fireproof storage area; requires law enforcement agencies to document and photograph evidence before it is stored in a fireproof container or storage area; requires that such documents and photographs be stored in a different location.

Where it stands

REFERRED TO CODES

January 7, 2026

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  1. REFERRED TO CODES

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