Article 33 Non-intimate samples

Article 63 of PACE (non-intimate samples) is amended as follows.

In paragraph (3)(b) for “superintendent” substitute “inspector”.

After paragraph (5) insert—

“(5A)

An officer shall not give an authorisation under paragraph (3) for the taking from any person of a non-intimate sample consisting of a skin impression if—

(a)

a skin impression of the same part of the body has already been taken from that person in the course of the investigation of the offence; and

(b)

the impression previously taken is not one that has proved insufficient.”.

After paragraph (10) insert—

“(10A)

Where a non-intimate sample consisting of a skin impression is taken electronically from a person, it must be taken only in such manner, and using such devices, as the Secretary of State has approved for the purpose of the electronic taking of such an impression.”.