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> I see these DNA database searches as an amazing tool to find criminals and not in any way privacy infringing. And I wish it was more widespread, ideally every
by carbocation 7y ago
> I see these DNA database searches as an amazing tool to find criminals and not in any way privacy infringing. And I wish it was more widespread, ideally everyone being required to submit their DNA.
I think I can at least understand the viewpoint of those who favor DNA database searches. But, I don't understand how DNA database searches are not obviously in tension with privacy. Can you explain why you think that DNA database searches are "not in any way privacy infringing"?
- eanzenberg 7y agoThis is a bit of a strawman. Law enforcement already uses databases of DNA and fingerprints of offenders and tries to match new cases to them. These are highly effective measures since many criminals are repeat offenders. So of course a DNA genetic database is privacy infringing to a degree. Its not required for every citizen to register their DNA, and its an extremely useful tool that helped put extremely violent offenders in jail.
- carbocation 7y agoIt’s not a strawman; it’s a request for clarification from the GP.
- a254613e 7y agoI see them more as a fingerprint, which yes is unique, but I don't consider providing it when getting my ID to be privacy invading. If that makes sense. Because what the police is really doing in these cases is that they're trying to identify potential suspects, not find people who have a high chance of some disease to sell them insurances and make money. Because of that I do not find this to be in any way privacy infringing. Just because something _can_ be used in a privacy invading context, doesn't mean that it is in the context being discussed.