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DNA identification system—Analysis, assistance, and testimony services.
The Washington state patrol forensic laboratory services bureau may:
(1) Provide DNA analysis services to law enforcement agencies throughout the state;
(2) Provide assistance to law enforcement officials and prosecutors in the preparation and utilization of DNA evidence for presentation in court; and
(3) Provide expert testimony in court on DNA evidentiary issues.
NOTES:
Finding—Funding limitations—1989 c 350: See notes following RCW
43.43.752.