S 5153 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Prohibits the use of DNA phenotyping in criminal prosecutions and proceedings

This bill prohibits New York law enforcement agencies from using or contracting for DNA phenotyping services, which predict physical traits like eye color, skin tone, or ancestry from DNA. It bans any evidence derived from such analysis from being used in criminal investigations, arrests, or court proceedings, and requires existing DNA phenotyping data held by police to be destroyed immediately. Convictions based on this evidence would be eligible for review under existing legal procedures. The law applies directly to police departments and criminal cases within New York State.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 19, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026