The bill amends existing Iowa law regarding DNA submission requirements for individuals involved in criminal investigations. It expands the definition of individuals required to submit a DNA sample to include those arrested for a felony or aggravated misdemeanor, in addition to those already specified, such as convicted individuals and those adjudicated delinquent. The bill also clarifies that only individuals arrested for a felony or a violent aggravated misdemeanor must submit a DNA sample upon arrest. Furthermore, it introduces a new provision stating that a DNA sample is not required if a sample has already been taken and is in the possession of the DNA database. Additionally, the bill modifies the expungement process for DNA records. It mandates that a person's DNA record must be automatically expunged within thirty days if their conviction is reversed or if the arrest leading to the DNA sample results in a dismissal or acquittal. The previous requirement for a written request to initiate expungement has been removed, streamlining the process. The bill also ensures that the division of criminal investigation will expunge DNA records when eligible, without the need for a written request, unless the individual is still obligated to submit a DNA sample for another reason.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 81.1, 81.2, 81.3
Reprinted: 81.1, 81.2, 81.3