DNA collection is one of the layers in an overall crime control strategy, and police see expansion of that layer (to all or most criminal offenders) as a “sure thing” for criminal apprehension. You saw an example of the “stop and spit” program and voluntary collection in one of the assets this week; the presumption being that if police have all this DNA, then they can catch more offenders should the opportunity arise. However, we also know that not all people come into police contact at the same rate. There has been much literature about the difference in traffic stops between races and genders so let’s not forget that now and combine the two components of information.
Discuss the impact of DNA collection programs (alternatively, locate a specific DNA collection program from a department and explain it). Are DNA collection programs beneficial, or harmful? Do they impact certain populations more than others?
Cite at least one source above the materials already provided to you in this course. This should be the equivalent of at least two pages typed double-spaced with Times New Roman font 12
