HRS §584A-706
When a parent's DNA sample is unavailable, who can be tested?
If a possible parent's DNA sample is missing, a court can order close relatives to give samples, but only if the person asking shows good reason and the court decides it's fair. The court must also find that the need for testing is more important than the relative's privacy.
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The statute, as written — Genetic testing when specimen not available
(a) Subject to subsection (b), if a genetic-testing specimen is not available from an alleged genetic parent of a child, an individual seeking genetic testing demonstrates good cause, and the court finds that the circumstances are just, the court may order any of the following individuals to submit specimens for genetic testing: (1) A parent of the alleged genetic parent; (2) A sibling of the alleged genetic parent; (3) Another child of the alleged genetic parent and the individual who gave birth to the other child; and (4) Another relative of the alleged genetic parent necessary to complete genetic testing. (b) To issue an order under this section, the court shall find that a need for genetic testing outweighs the legitimate interests of the individual sought to be tested.
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