Jackson voluntarily gives DNA sample

MICHAEL JACKSON has voluntarily given a DNA sample to authorities, according to a source close to the case, but it was not immediately clear how officials planned to use the sample in the singer’s child molestation case.

Today is the deadline for prosecutors and defence lawyers to complete the discovery process, in which both sides exchange evidence they have gathered during pre-trial investigations.

The 46-year-old entertainer has pleaded not guilty to charges of child molestation, conspiracy and administering an intoxicating agent, alcohol, to his alleged victim. He is scheduled to stand trial on January 31.