I do believe that DNA should be collected from every person arrested. This should occur when photographs and fingerprints are recorded. This information can be reviewed weekly for unsolved crimes. It is a very important piece of information that could possibly clear your name, as we have seen many people wrongfully incarcerated. This data allows databanks in different countries to share information on people. It can also allow for the identification of missing or dead people. The only reason to use DNA is to link crimes to the people who committed them. It should not be used for any research or study. DNA Databanks can also identify repeat offenders and save lives. It should not replace crime investigations but aid in gathering suspects. This
