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New Mexico Statutes Chapter 29. Law Enforcement § 29-16-10.1. Expungement of samples and DNA records

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

A. A person may request expungement of his sample and DNA records from the missing persons DNA identification system.

B. The administrative center shall expunge a person's sample and DNA records from the missing persons DNA identification system when the person provides the administrative center with the following materials:

(1) a written request for expungement of his sample and DNA records; and

(2) if applicable, a certified copy of a court order that overturns the original search warrant or court order that led to the inclusion of his sample and DNA records in the missing persons DNA identification system.

C. When a person's sample and DNA records are expunged from the missing persons DNA identification system, the head of the administrative center shall ensure that the person's sample and DNA records are expunged from CODIS.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 29. Law Enforcement § 29-16-10.1. Expungement of samples and DNA records - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-29-law-enforcement/nm-st-sect-29-16-10-1/

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