Question 1

What does the Defence Forces (Evidence) Bill 2019 do?

Accepted Answer

Authorizes Military Police to take DNA samples from persons suspected of military offences for forensic testing and to establish a DNA (Military Police) Database System administered by Forensic Science Ireland. Permits DNA sampling from military personnel and volunteers for investigation purposes, with safeguards including consent requirements, rank-based authorizations, and provisions for sample destruction. Enables use of DNA evidence and forensic samples in military courts-martial proceedings, including against persons who have since left military service within six months of cessation.

Question 2

What stage is the Defence Forces (Evidence) Bill 2019 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 15 Jul 2022, the Defence Forces (Evidence) Bill 2019 is at Enacted. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Defence Forces (Evidence) Bill 2019?

Accepted Answer

The Defence Forces (Evidence) Bill 2019 was sponsored by Minister for Defence, and was introduced on 7 Aug 2019.

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