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Gardai to be given DNA powers

Gardai are to be given the power to take DNA samples from suspects.

Under legislation being published early in the new year samples can be taken from suspects in cases where the crime carries a jail term of five years or more.

DNA profiles will then be stored in a new database.

The creation of a National DNA database is expected to be highly controversial but the Minister for Justice sees it as a major intelligence resource for Gardai in the fight against serious crime.

The bill to create the database allows for DNA samples of convicted criminals and sex offenders to be stored permanently.

Samples which are taken from suspects who are later released without charge or acquitted in court will have their DNA kept in the database for three years.

Gardai will be able to compare samples taken from crime scenes against those stored in a purpose-built Forensic Science Lab in County Kildare.

The database will also be used to help identify missing persons.

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