AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 29 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO BIOLOGICAL EVIDENCE.

Summary

The bill expands the definition of biological evidence and obligates the State to preserve it for as long as a crime remains unsolved or a convicted person stays in custody. It also establishes strict conditions for when that evidence may be destroyed, including a five‑year waiting period after a final conviction and detailed notice to affected parties. Violations could trigger court hearings and possible new trials or other remedies.

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