DNA Sampling; the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice; require

Also relevant to:Immigrant / non-citizen

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Plain-English Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to DNA sampling, collection, and analysis, so as to require the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Source: OpenStates · fetched March 12, 2026

Who it affects

Immigrant / non-citizen

DNA samples will be collected from individuals in detention facilities who are charged with a misdemeanor or felony and are subject to an immigration detainer notice.

Undocumented / DACA / TPS

DNA samples will be collected from individuals in detention facilities who are charged with a misdemeanor or felony and are subject to an immigration detainer notice, which may include undocumented individuals.

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Who This AffectsAI analysis

Immigrant / non-citizendirectModerate impactHigh certainty
DNA samples will be collected from individuals in detention facilities who are charged with a misdemeanor or felony and are subject to an immigration detainer notice.
“to require the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice”· Title
Undocumented / DACA / TPSdirectModerate impactMedium certainty
DNA samples will be collected from individuals in detention facilities who are charged with a misdemeanor or felony and are subject to an immigration detainer notice, which may include undocumented individuals.
“to require the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice”· Title

What the Bill Does

Requires DNA sample collection from individuals in detention facilities charged with a misdemeanor or felony.
DNA sample collection is specifically mandated for those subject to an immigration detainer notice.
Amends Chapter 3 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding DNA sampling.

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