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Texas Code of Criminal Procedure - CRIM P Art. 63.064. Civil Penalty

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

A person who collects, processes, or stores a DNA sample from a living person for forensic DNA analysis under this subchapter and who intentionally violates Article 63.061 or 63.062 is liable in civil damages to the donor of the DNA in the amount of $5,000 for each violation, plus reasonable attorney's fees and court costs.

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