33-54-5. Use of information in criminal investigation or prosecution authorized.

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Current through: Including Acts of the 2025 Regular Session of the General Assembly.

Notwithstanding the provisions of Code Sections 33-54-3 and 33-54-4, information derived from genetic testing regarding the identity of any individual who is the subject of a criminal investigation or a criminal prosecution may be disclosed to appropriate legal authorities conducting the investigation or prosecution. The information may be used during the course of the investigation or prosecution with respect to the individual tested without the consent of such individual.

The notes below are printed with the section but are not enacted law (O.C.G.A. § 1-1-1(c)). They are shown apart from the text.

Code 1981, § 33-54-5, enacted by Ga. L. 1995, p. 1242, § 4.

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