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N.D.C.C. § 31-13-01 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. "Department" means the department of corrections and rehabilitation. 2. "DNA" means deoxyribonucleic acid. 3. "Laboratory" means the state crime laboratory.
N.D.C.C. § 31-13-02 DNA testing - Admissibility as evidence
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In any court proceeding, DNA testing is deemed to be a reliable scientific technique, and the evidence of a DNA profile comparison must be admitted as prima facie evidence to prove or disprove the identity of any person. This section does not otherwise limit the introduction of a…
N.D.C.C. § 31-13-03 Individuals to be tested - Costs
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1. An individual eighteen years of age or over who is arrested or summoned to appear before a magistrate for the commission of a felony shall provide to a law enforcement officer or correctional personnel at the time of the individual's arrest or appearance or upon booking into a…
N.D.C.C. § 31-13-04 DNA testing - Procedure - Immunity
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1. Samples of blood or other body fluids for DNA testing may be obtained in a medically approved manner by a physician, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, phlebotomist, or medical technologist, and packaged and submitted in kits approved or provided by the laboratory and…