The Executive Budget proposes expanding the number of DNA samples collected and also specifies which officials are responsible for sample collection. Article VII language creates a statewide process that requires courts to order offenders to a sheriffs’ office for the collection of DNA samples. In the case of offenders sentenced to probation, including a sentence of probation imposed in conjunction with imprisonment, when a sample has not already been taken, DNA samples are to be collected by the probation department supervising the designated offender. (Katy Vescio)