Q&A
1. What is the role of the Coroner or Medical Examiner?
The Coroner or Medical Examiner investigates deaths that are sudden, unexpected, or have legal implications to determine the cause and manner of death.
2. What types of deaths are investigated by the Coroner or Medical Examiner?
They investigate deaths from accidents, homicide, suicide, suspicious circumstances, or when the deceased was not under medical care.
3. How can family members obtain a death certificate?
Family members can request death certificates through the Coroner’s or Medical Examiner’s office, often requiring identification and proof of relationship.
4. Can the Coroner or Medical Examiner perform autopsies?
Yes, they perform autopsies or authorize forensic pathologists to examine the body to assist in determining cause of death.
5. How can I contact the Coroner or Medical Examiner’s office?
Contact information is usually available on the county or city government website, with phone numbers and office locations provided.
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