Federal · Title 34 — Crime Control and Law Enforcement
34 U.S.C. § 40728: Establishment of best practices for evidence retention
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establish best practices for evidence retention to focus on the preservation of forensic evidence; and assist State, local, and tribal governments in adopting and implementing the best practices established under paragraph (1). Not later than 1 year after December 16, 2016 , the Director of the National Institute of Justice shall publish the best practices established under subsection (a)(1). Nothing in this section shall be construed to require or obligate compliance with the best practices established under subsection (a)(1).
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