New law takes effect increasing collection of DNA samples

MADISON - A new state law will take effect today, greatly expanding the collection of DNA samples by police.

Now DNA will be taken from anyone arrested for a violent felony.

Samples will be sent to the Wisconsin Department of Justice.

Full story: WJFW

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