Forensics

Triad Police To Use Private DNA Lab

Jeff Tiberii — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:47:05 +0000

A laboratory in Burlington will begin testing forensic evidence and building a regional database of DNA evidence in an effort to help local law enforcement agencies solve crimes. The privately owned DNA: SI Labs says it can test samples and provide results much more quickly than the State Bureau of Investigation.

Lawmakers Approve Crime Lab Reforms

Jessica Jones — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 22:08:00 +0000

State senators have voted unanimously to approve reforms that would rename the state's crime laboratory and toughen up standards. Under the bill, the state crime lab would be known as the North Carolina Crime laboratory. Lawmakers say it's a symbolic gesture designed to help give the beleagured institution a fresh start.

State Expands DNA Collection

Jeremy Loeb — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:00:00 +0000

People arrested for violent felonies and some misdemeanors dealing with sexual predators will have their DNA entered into the state’s database as part of a new law taking effect February 1st. Attorney General Roy Cooper has been outspoken supporter of the measure.