§ 1941. Confidentiality of records
(a) All DNA samples submitted to the laboratory pursuant to this subchapter shall be confidential.
(b) DNA records shall not be used for any purpose other than as provided in section 1937 of this subchapter, provided that in appropriate circumstances such records may be used to identify missing persons.
(c) Any person who intentionally violates this section shall be imprisoned not more than one year or fined not more than $10,000.00, or both.
(d) Any individual aggrieved by a violation of this section may bring an action for civil damages including punitive damages, equitable relief, including restraint of prohibited acts, restitution of wages or other benefits, reinstatement, costs, reasonable attorney’s fees, and other appropriate relief. (Added 1997, No. 160 (Adj. Sess.), § 1, eff. April 29, 1998.)
Structure Vermont Statutes
Title 20 - Internal Security and Public Safety
Chapter 113 - Commissioner and Members
§ 1871. Department of Public Safety; Commissioner
§ 1872. Duties of Commissioner generally
§ 1874. Organization of Department by Commissioner
§ 1875. Radio communication system
§ 1876. Headquarters and stations; equipment
§ 1878. Appointment or promotion of members
§ 1879. Training school and courses
§ 1879a. Location of in-service training
§ 1880. Disciplinary procedures
§ 1881. Expenses; lodging and subsistence
§ 1883. State law enforcement; memorandum of understanding
§ 1911. Examinations; appointment; promotion; probation
§ 1913. Uniforms and equipment
§ 1915. Cooperation with fish and wildlife and forest services
§ 1921. Personnel administration rules
§ 1922. Creation of State Police Advisory Commission; members; duties
§ 1923. Internal investigation
§ 1934. Least intrusive means of collection
§ 1935. Procedure if person refuses to give sample
§ 1937. Authorized analysis of DNA samples
§ 1938. Storage and use of samples and records
§ 1940. Expungement of records and destruction of samples
§ 1941. Confidentiality of records
§ 1942. Adoption of rules and guidelines
§ 1943. Responsibility of Department of Public Safety
§ 1944. Limitation of liability for collection of DNA samples