In a criminal case, does the lawyer have to be present to monitor a DNA sample being taken?
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In a criminal case, does the lawyer have to be present to monitor a DNA sample being taken?
Asked on August 15, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York
Answers:
Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In most criminal cases, including felony cases in which a DNA sample has been ordered by the court, the attorney does not have to be present when the sample is given unless the Attorney chooses to be present. This will be at the discretion of the Attorney.
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