The term of office for a district medical examiner appointed by the governor shall be three years. A gubernatorial appointment to fill a vacancy shall be for the unexpired portion of the term. For the purpose of administration, the 25 district medical examiners serve staggered terms, in accord with the following rotation:
    (1) First year – Districts 1 through 7;
    (2) Second year – Districts 8 through 14, and 25;
    (3) Third year – Districts 15 through 24.
Rulemaking Authority 406.04 FS. Law Implemented 406.06(1)(a) FS. History-New 2-23-93, Amended 5-21-12, 8-15-18.