Section 23XW — Crimes Act 1914: Results of analysis
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If: (a) material from a sample taken from a suspect is analysed in the investigation of the offence; and (b) before or after the analysis, the suspect has requested the investigating constable that a copy of the results of any analysis be provided to the suspect; then the investigating constable must ensure that, within 14 days of the analysis or of the request (whichever is the later): (c) a copy of the results of the analysis is provided to the suspect; and (d) if the DNA profile derived from that material has been matched, as part of the investigation of the offence, under section 23YDAF with a DNA profile placed on the crime scene index in relation to the offence—the suspect is informed in writing of that match.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation
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