This bill would prohibit certain intentional collection, use, retention, or disclosure of a person's DNA sample or genetic information without that person's express consent. This bill would create the crimes of unlawful use of DNA in the first, second, and third degrees and provide criminal penalties for violations. This bill would also provide exceptions for certain collection, use, retention, or disclosure for law enforcement purposes; to comply with a subpoena, court order, or federal law; as it relates to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences' DNA Databank; and by genetic testing companies in compliance with state law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8-43-2