Indiana Code 10-13-6-13. Purposes of testing
(1) To analyze and type the genetic markers contained in or derived from DNA.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 10-13-6-13
- DNA: means deoxyribonucleic acid that:
Indiana Code 10-13-6-2
- DNA analysis: means an identification process in which the unique genetic code of an individual that is carried by the individual's DNA is compared with the genetic codes of another individual. See Indiana Code 10-13-6-3
- Population: has the meaning set forth in Ind. See Indiana Code 1-1-4-5
(3) For research or administrative purposes, including:
(A) development of a population statistics data base after personal identifying information is removed;
(B) support of identification research and protocol development of forensic DNA analysis methods;
(C) quality control; and
(D) assisting in the recovery or identification of human remains from mass disasters or for other humanitarian purposes, including identification of missing persons who may be alive.
(b) Tests performed under this chapter must be conducted in a manner that produces compatible results with procedures specified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation Laboratory to ensure that DNA records are fully exchangeable between DNA laboratories.
[Pre-2003 Recodification Citation: 10-1-9-13.]
As added by P.L.2-2003, SEC.4.