Does one have to reserve their rights to DNA testing/evidence when required to test for COVID using bodily fluids?
In the cases of “home testing”, what is the legal impact of self-diagnosing under these conditions; can’t we just be untruthful?
My understanding would be that the lab has CUSTODY of those bodily fluids and that no other testing may be done without my express written consent.
Also, how does one go about stopping such extra uses if I’m not in possession of the sample.
Can the lab sell DNA testers batches of swabs, even if they are not identified?
Also, what is the 4th and 5th Amendment impact of “forced” testing to gather “evidence” without a crime being indicated?
Since there is a harmful outcome (loss of personal income), doesn’t a warrant need to be issued?
There are other implications but these are at the top of my mind.
I did my first at-home test Monday evening, after returning from a trip. Came up negative. I self-reported and that was that.
Frankly, if it comes up positive, I’m going to report that too, regardless of symptoms. If I have symptoms, I’ll kick into the next phase and call an actual doctor but if asymptomatic, I’ll just watch and take my (at least) 5 days off. I have over 1400 hours of sick leave saved up.
There is word that these self-tests are not going to be acceptable in the future, after which I will make my next move, whether it’s to seek another religious accommodation or just retire - or both. I’m accepting that I can test myself without involving anyone else, but if they want me to get a test done outside of the home, then that isn’t going to happen.
Good lawyer questions.