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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
A. When the DNA testing of samples listed in Section 29-16-6 NMSA 1978 is required, the administrative center shall be reimbursed for the costs of the sample collection and DNA testing:
(1) of unidentified persons by the investigating law enforcement agency;
(2) of unidentified human remains by the state medical investigator or by the investigating law enforcement agency; and
(3) for relatives of, or known reference samples from, a missing person by the relatives of the missing person or by the investigating law enforcement agency.
B. Reimbursements shall be deposited in the fund.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 29. Law Enforcement § 29-16-6.1. Reimbursement of costs - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-29-law-enforcement/nm-st-sect-29-16-6-1/
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