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Friday, March 28, 2003

Extending the use of fingerprints and dna samples to combat crime

Police officers will be able to take fingerprints and DNA samples from arrested persons detained at police stations under a Government amendment to the Criminal Justice Bill tabled today, announced Home Office Minister Lord Falconer. Currently, police officers can only take such samples from suspects once they have been charged.
Home Office


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