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HRS §844D-127

Choosing a lab for DNA evidence testing

When a court allows DNA evidence to be tested again, the testing must be done by an independent lab that meets federal standards. If the defendant and prosecutor cannot agree on a lab, the court picks one.

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The statute, as written — Choice of laboratory

When the court grants a motion under section 844D-123, the evidence shall be analyzed at an independent laboratory meeting standards adopted pursuant to the DNA Identification Act of 1994 (42 U.S.C. 14131). If the defendant and the prosecuting attorney cannot agree on a laboratory to perform the analysis, the court shall select the laboratory.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

Sections this one refers to

§844D-123 When a court can order DNA testing after conviction

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