§ 26-4-13. Autopsies -- When authorized.  


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  • (1) The medical examiner shall perform an autopsy to:
    (a) aid in the discovery and prosecution of a crime;
    (b) protect an innocent person accused of a crime; and
    (c) disclose hazards to public health.
    (2) The medical examiner may perform an autopsy:
    (a) to aid in the administration of civil justice in life and accident insurance problems in accordance with Title 34A, Chapter 2, Workers' Compensation Act;
    (b) in other cases involving questions of civil liability.
Amended by Chapter 278, 2001 General Session