Forensic Procedures and DNA Profiling: The Committee's Investigations in Western Australia, Victoria, South Australia, the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States of America
Legislation Committee (1989 - 2001)· 19 October 1999general_report
This 1999 WA parliamentary report examines forensic procedures and DNA profiling, including international practices. It recommends establishing a state DNA database integrated nationally, with safeguards for civil liberties. The report discusses consent, compulsory procedures, and database security.
Impact
The recommendations affect individuals suspected or convicted of crimes, law enforcement, forensic scientists, and the broader community through improved crime resolution and potential privacy implications.
justicepublic_sectorDNA profilingforensic proceduresDNA databasecivil libertiesinformed consentcriminal investigationevidence collectionsample storagedatabase securityindictable offence
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