dna

[AliFlump]

Just heard a piece on the news about how they have a large database of DNA which they can use to catch criminals. This gave me a thought, why dont they take a DNA sample from every new born baby, put this on a database then, when DNA is found on a crime scene (or anywhere else) they will know instantly who it is.

I know this would take alot of doing and probably cost alot of money but surely people would think twice about commiting a crime if they knew they could be instantly caught and it would save alot of investigation time.

There may be a few flaws to get over but im sure you all get my theory

[kick3m0n]

what if your DNA showed that you had a propensity for cancer, or had a gene responsible for some other serious illness. If this info was available, would you be able to get health insurance? or adopt? or get a mortgage?? Don't get me wrong, to an extent I'm in the "I have nothing to hide" group on this debate, but I think that personal info is too easily bought and sold these days, and I think it could be used against us in various guises.

[AliFlump]

Am i psychic,(sp) they are discussing this on Radio 2 now,

[ianess]

Has anyone seen "Logan's Run" recently?Everyone is microchipped and leads an idyllic lifestyle until their "chip" tells them it's time to go and be recycled. At age 30!
Who says it can't or won't happen?