Modifies provisions relating to the collection of DNA samples in criminal cases
HB 2868 requires certain individuals - including those convicted of specific felonies (like burglary or offenses under Chapters 565-566), sex offenders, and sexually violent predators - to provide DNA samples at defined legal milestones, such as jail booking, entry into correctional facilities, or sex offender registration. The law mandates collection without refusal at designated sites, with no additional samples needed if already in the state DNA database. It strictly prohibits unauthorized use of DNA records, requiring confidentiality for all stored data and outlining clear procedures for expungement if convictions are reversed or expunged. The bill applies to all Missouri law enforcement, correctional facilities, and agencies handling DNA collections under state and federal systems.
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 8, 2026
Last action Apr 29, 2026
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The bill was amended to expand the categories of individuals required to provide DNA samples for profiling. Specifically, the list of offenses triggering mandatory DNA collection was broadened to include additional felony offenses and specific crimes under chapters 570, 575, and 577, as well as a specific offense under section 288.395. This change increases the number of people subject to DNA collection beyond the original version of the bill.
Scope change
The scope of the bill was expanded to include additional felony offenses and specific crimes not previously listed as triggers for mandatory DNA collection.
ELIGIBILITY
The list of offenses requiring DNA collection was expanded to include burglary in the first degree, burglary in the second degree, various felony offenses under chapters 565-568 and 573, and specific offenses under sections 288.395, 570.030, 570.090, 575.150, and 577.010.
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Committee
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Mar 12, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 8 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 1
lower
Mar 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Mar 5, 2026
Committee
Referred: Rules - Administrative(H)
lower
Feb 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
HCS Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 17 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
lower
Feb 26, 2026
Lower · Passed
HCS Voted Do Pass (H)
lower
Jan 15, 2026
Committee
Referred: Crime and Public Safety(H)
lower
Jan 8, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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