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Sponsor Statement for HB 143
DNA Database

An Act relating to deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) identification registration system.

In 1995, the Alaska legislature passed legislation creating the DNA registration system to assist law enforcement in identifying perpetrators of violent crimes. DNA evidence has proven very effective in identifying and convicting violent criminals. All 50 states require testing and storage of DNA profiles for convicted sex offenders.

Alaska's current statute requires DNA testing of sex offenders, and also includes those convicted of crimes against persons to include assault, rape, kidnapping, murder, child sexual abuse, robbery, stalking, indecent exposure, extortion, coercion, and first degree arson. National statistics indicate that 52 percent of those who have committed violent crimes have had burglary convictions in their past. There is an alarming correlation between burglary and violent crimes.

House Bill 143 expands Alaska's DNA registration system to include convictions for burglary. To date, 24 states include DNA testing for convicted burglars. Expanding Alaska's DNA registry will dramatically impact law enforcement's ability to identify and solve violent crimes. I appreciate your considered and favorable support.

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