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In a case in which DNA testing implicates an identified person in the commission of a felony, no statute of limitations that would otherwise preclude prosecution of the offense shall preclude such prosecution until a period of time following the implication of the person by DNA testing has elapsed that is equal to the otherwise applicable limitation period.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 18 U.S.C. § 3297 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 18. Crimes and Criminal Procedure § 3297. Cases involving DNA evidence - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-18-crimes-and-criminal-procedure/18-usc-sect-3297/
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