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I've often wondered how many crimes could be solved by taking DNA samples of those already incarcerated. I've been of the opinion that the vast majority of crimes in this country are committed by a small percentage of recidivists who are treated to a revolving door prison policy.

But the DUI and even the possible arrest of a CHL after a shooting bring the DNA gathering into a different light. It would not be beyond imagination to be held overnight in jail even after a completely justifiable shooting, While I personally have nothing to fear from a DNA comparison, the act of collecting DNA from someone who hasn't been convicted or possibly even charged with a crime still seems shaky at best.

This is yet another nail in the coffin of our civil liberties. Only time will tell how it is actually used.