Section 299.7 Of Article 6. Limitations On Disclosure From California Penal Code >> Title 9. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 6. >> Article 6.
299.7
. The Department of Justice is authorized to dispose of unused
specimens and samples, unused portions of specimens and samples, and
expired specimens and samples in the normal course of business and
in a reasonable manner as long as the disposal method is designed to
protect the identity and origin of specimens and samples from
disclosure to third persons who are not a part of law enforcement.