· HI legislature · 2026

RELATING TO THE RETENTION OF BIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE.

Specifies the types of cases in which evidence must be retained post-conviction and the process by which evidence may be disposed of earlier than the standard period of retention, which includes a procedure for defendants to oppose the disposal of biological evidence by filing an objection with the court.

Sponsor

Nadine Nakamura (D-HI)

Introduced

2026-01-30

Policy area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Latest action

Pending introduction.