Kentucky · Kentucky Revised Statutes — Penal Code (Ch. 500–534)

KRS (Penal Code) § 524.140: Disposal of biological evidence that may be subject to DNA testing -- Motion to destroy -- Liability for destruction -- Penalty -- Retention of biological material

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

This statute establishes rules governing when law enforcement may dispose of biological evidence in criminal cases, requiring retention for specified periods and court authorization before destruction.

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