"Forensic DNA analysis" defined; admissibility
Sec. 13. (a) As used in this section, "forensic DNA analysis"
means an identification process in which the unique genetic code of
an individual that is carried by the individual's deoxyribonucleic acid
(DNA) is compared to genetic codes carried in DNA found in bodily
substance samples obtained by a law enforcement agency in the
exercise of the law enforcement agency's investigative function.
(b) In a criminal trial or hearing, the results of forensic DNA
analysis are admissible in evidence without antecedent expert
testimony that forensic DNA analysis provides a trustworthy and
reliable method of identifying characteristics in an individual's
genetic material.
As added by P.L.1-1991, SEC.194.
Last modified: May 24, 2006