Supreme Court Decision on the Use of DNA in Drug Case
January 23, 2026
The Supreme Court ruled that a 41-year-old's DNA cannot be used in a drug-related case because Cypriot law is incompatible with European law. This decision followed a request from the man's lawyer to annul a warrant allowing the police to collect genetic material. The law governing the collection of genetic samples does not meet the necessary conditions and safeguards as stipulated by European directives. Therefore, the DNA will not be used as evidence in the judicial process. This case highlights gaps in Cypriot legislation regarding sensitive personal data.