The responsibilities of the Coroner are to ensure that the proper scientific studies are performed:
- Autopsy
- Toxicology tests
- Microscopic examinations
- Bacteriology
- X-rays
- Fingerprinting
- Taking and gathering reports
- Notification of death to families
- On-scene investigation
- Photographing
- Transportation of victims assuring chain of evidence security
- Evidence collecting
- Dental examination and identification
- Meeting with survivors
- Presiding at inquests
- Issuance of Death Certificates and Cremation Permits
Cooperating with:
- Medical agencies
- Funeral Directors
- Law enforcement agencies
- Fire & Rescue Departments
And others…