IS DNA TESTING COVERED BY THE RIGHT AGAINST SELF- INCRIMINATION?

Category: Criminal Procedure

IS DNA TESTING COVERED BY THE RIGHT AGAINST SELF- INCRIMINATION?

>     No, obtaining DNA samples from an accused in a criminal case or from the respondent in a paternity case will not violate the right against self-incrimination  
>     This  privilege  applies  only  to  evidence  that  is  commutative  in essence taken under duress