Essay from the year 2008 in the subject Biology - Genetics / Gene Technology, grade: A, University of Derby (University), course: BSC Biology, language: English, abstract: The DNA database currently holds DNA samples of convicted criminals, suspects, witnesses, victims, children and people who were not charged with an offence. Once on the database, your DNA cannot be removed. The DNA database is discussed showing issues, both for and against the database. Certain issues raised are social and ethical issues, medical and economic issues and issues with the crime system