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Mexico City launches first DNA bank housing genetic information of sexual offenders

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Mexico City, Apr 27 (EFE).- The Government of Mexico City presented Tuesday the country's first DNA bank that will house genetic information on sexual offenders and intends to tackle the wave of violence against women.Although the work has been completed, it is still waiting for certifications to be able to operate and it is expected to offically run in August, according to authorities. (Camera: MIGUEL ANGEL ANDRADE).SHOT LIST: THE INAUGURATION CEREMONY OF THE FIRST DNA BANK IN MEXICO CITY, MEXICO.SOUND BITE: ERNESTINA GODOY, THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF MEXICO CITY (IN SPANISH). TRANSLATION: - This is an indicator of confidence over complaint (made by victims) and it will mark the end of impunity for crimes committed in family settings, where the person responsible is not stranger.- It is already done, with the equipment and everything. We estimate that the process will begin in three months. Now it is in operation (but) we want to certify everything, the equipment, the geneticists and the facilities.

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