Vermont § 1941 - Confidentiality of records

Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1941 — Confidentiality of records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 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.)

Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1941 cover?

Section 1941 ("Confidentiality of records") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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