❓ I refer to the processing of sexual assault forensic evidence kits in Western Australia, and I ask: (a) as of 16 March 2026 is there is a backlog in testing forensic evidence kits in Western Australia
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I refer to the processing of sexual assault forensic evidence kits in Western Australia, and I ask: (a) as of 16 March 2026 is there is a backlog in testing forensic evidence kits in Western Australia; (b) if yes to (a), how many sexual assault forensic evidence kits are currently awaiting forensic testing; and (c) what is the current average timeframe between the collection of a sexual assault forensic evidence kit and the completion of forensic testing?
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Answered
5 May 2026
Responded by
Minister for the Environment representing the Minister for Police
Response time
3 days
a) No.
b) Not applicable.
c) Providing a timeframe from collection to finalisation would require manual interrogation for each investigation, requiring an amount of time and resources that would detract from other operational priorities. Hence, the WA Police Force cannot provide a response.
b) Not applicable.
c) Providing a timeframe from collection to finalisation would require manual interrogation for each investigation, requiring an amount of time and resources that would detract from other operational priorities. Hence, the WA Police Force cannot provide a response.
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