Georgia proposes DNA law balancing justice, privacy

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Collecting DNA from criminals is a common practice in the U.S. now. Georgia may collect DNA from immigrants arrested for small offenses.

This new Georgia law would target immigrants for DNA collection. Florida and Oklahoma already have similar laws for immigrants.

The government started collecting more DNA from immigrants in 2020. Millions of new DNA profiles were added to a big database.

Supporters say DNA helps police solve crimes and find justice. Others worry about taking DNA for very small traffic violations.

Some experts believe this creates a different system for immigrants. They question if these laws follow basic privacy protections.

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What is a common practice in the U.S. regarding DNA?

Collecting DNA from criminals.

What does the new Georgia law target?

It targets immigrants for DNA collection.

What do some experts worry about regarding DNA collection?

They worry it creates a different system for immigrants and question privacy protections.

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