Summary
Wake County has established its own accredited DNA lab to process evidence locally, reducing reliance on the overloaded state crime lab and speeding up investigations for violent crimes and sexual assault kits.
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Last discussed Apr 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Total capital cost of approximately $1.7 million funded through court-ordered lab fees, grants, and county contributions.
Wake County residents, crime victims, and local law enforcement agencies who will experience significantly faster turnaround times for forensic analysis.
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