1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)

2. a) What is a pilot program?
b) How quickly will a law enforcement agency be able to get DNA test results with the new Rapid DNA pilot program?

3. a) List the other states that use the Rapid DNA program.
b) How does Florida’s Rapid DNA program differ from these other states?

4. How is this new DNA program different from the original way DNA samples were collected and analyzed? Be specific.

5. Thirty states require DNA samples be taken and tested upon a felony arrest; other states require a DNA sample be taken only if a person is convicted. What do you think? Consider the purpose of taking a DNA sample. Should DNA samples be taken from every person arrested for a felony, or only those convicted of a felony? Explain your answer.

6. a) For what reasons are people opposed to laws that require DNA samples be taken from those arrested for or convicted of a felony?
b) Florida law enforcement officials note that DNA testing has made Florida safer, and the new rapid DNA testing will help protect the public (by keeping criminals off the streets and by catching other criminals). Do you think the benefits outweigh the concerns? Explain your answer.