There is much to know about deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). DNA can be said to be an important tool in providing public safety. Coupled with our concern for public safety, it is seen an important tool. The federal government and many states have laws authorizing the rapid collection and analyzation of DNA for people arrested (not convicted) for certain crimes. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is also conducting rapid DNA testing on migrants. A baby's heel is pricked for a small amount of blood and screened for medical purposes. The opportunity is available for parents to also bank a DNA sample. Provide your thoughts on legal and/or privacy concerns about the collection of biometric information for the following examples.

Answer the following questions:

• Should persons arrested have their DNA collected and housed with the government for identification purposes?
• Should migrant families have their DNA collected and housed by the government for identification purposes?
• Do you think it is a good idea that all newborns have their DNA banked for identification purposes?