Section 45-2-61

Section 45-2-61Coroner's investigation.

A coroner's investigation shall mean a process of collecting pertinent information concerning the circumstances surrounding the death of an individual, and background information, including all, but not limited to, medical information, which may be helpful in determining the cause and manner of death, or the identification of the deceased. A coroner's investigation does not include criminal investigation responsibilities.

(Act 92-691, 2nd Sp. Sess., p. 78, §1.)