I did not see this as being too intrusive until I heard the argument that DNA carries not only our own identities but also the identities of our relatives. The de facto effect of being forced to testify about oneself is a persuasive argument but to surrender information about our relatives who may have nothing to do with this particular crime renders this practice unacceptable. To accept DNA testing before conviction must require some sort of hurdle such as the Miranda warnings and a legally obtained warrant.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Fourth Amendment Violation
Supreme Court Considers If Warrantless DNA Swab Violates Constitution : NPR
I did not see this as being too intrusive until I heard the argument that DNA carries not only our own identities but also the identities of our relatives. The de facto effect of being forced to testify about oneself is a persuasive argument but to surrender information about our relatives who may have nothing to do with this particular crime renders this practice unacceptable. To accept DNA testing before conviction must require some sort of hurdle such as the Miranda warnings and a legally obtained warrant.
I did not see this as being too intrusive until I heard the argument that DNA carries not only our own identities but also the identities of our relatives. The de facto effect of being forced to testify about oneself is a persuasive argument but to surrender information about our relatives who may have nothing to do with this particular crime renders this practice unacceptable. To accept DNA testing before conviction must require some sort of hurdle such as the Miranda warnings and a legally obtained warrant.
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