Law enforcement agencies from across the state can now submit evidence for DNA analysis at no charge. This advancement takes law enforcement in Nebraska to a new level. It ensures that investigations on the part of police and sheriff s offices across the state, as well as the State Patrol, are as thorough as scientifically possible. In addition, it keeps Nebraska in stride with the FBI and law enforcement agencies in many other states where DNA analysis is being conducted. Any crime that involves the transfer of blood or body fluids could potentially involve DNA testing.
Crimes typically associated with DNA analysis are murder, sexual assault, and assault.
However, DNA testing can assist investigators in solving many types of crimes if blood or body fluid is discovered at a crime scene. DNA analysis can be especially valuable in clearing unsolved crimes where law enforcement has lacked the intricate evidence needed to pursue an investigation, make an arrest, or provide enough proof for a successful prosecution. Preparations for the State Patrol s DNA analysis capability have been underway for three years and have been completed in two phases. That phase was completed in 1999. The second phase involved the actual DNA analysis.