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TCA 40-30-406

Payment for analysis

FELONYFelony

What does this charge mean?

This statute addresses who pays for DNA analysis conducted to identify unidentified human remains — typically the state bears the cost as a public safety measure.

Penalty Details

ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
If an order is issued pursuant to § 40-30-404, then the court shall order the analysis and payment pursuant to § 40-30-413, if necessary. If an order is issued pursuant to § 40-30-405, the court may require the petitioner to pay for the analysis, unless the petitioner is determined indigent by the court.
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TCA Section40-30-406