Coroner

Responsibilities


The Coroner's Office investigates all sudden and/or unattended deaths throughout the County or began in the county. Through an investigation, a determination is made as to the cause and the manner of death.  This includes identifying each decedent. Further the Coroner is responsible for ordering and utilizing tests and exams on a case by case basis to make such determination.
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Other responsibilities of the Coroner's Office include:


  • Providing Statistical data to our partners in Public Health and prevention agencies at the Local, State and Federal Level.
  • Signing death certificates
  • Notifying family members of deaths
  • Distributing accurate and timely information to family members, law enforcement agencies, health care professionals, insurance companies, and the public.
  • Testifying in civil and criminal proceeding
  • Maintaining the Park County Coroner CARE Team, which is made up of dedicated volunteers that help us support families and friends of the deceased.             

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International Association Of Coroners and Medical Examiners