Download an audio clip Sen. Shawn Mitchell, R-Broomfield, as he argues for his bill to expand the mandatory DNA testing of violent criminals and sexual predators.

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Senate OKs Mitchell bill to get tough on convicts

 

Colorado senators unanimously laid down the hammer today, expanding mandatory DNA testing for all violent felons and sexual predators currently serving sentences.

House Bill 1343, by Sen. Shawn Mitchell, R-Broomfield, and Rep Steve King, R-Grand Junction, expands the current DNA testing program to include felons who have been released on parole, probation, or sent to community corrections centers, but are still serving their debt to society. The bill only applies to felons convicted of certain violent crimes and sexual crimes.

“The key is to bring in all felons within the Department of Corrections,” Mitchell said. “DNA is the strongest tool we have to convict the guilty and protect the innocent.”

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