No pathologist, toxicologist, chemist, or other authorized person shall be required to inquire into the authority of the coroner to order an autopsy to be performed. Any authorized pathologist, toxicologist, chemist, or other authorized person who participates in an autopsy or post-mortem examination, upon request of the coroner, shall have immunity from any civil liability that might otherwise be incurred or imposed.
Effective: June 17, 1978

Terms Used In Kentucky Statutes 72.430

  • Post-mortem examination: means a physical examination of the body by a medical examiner or by a coroner or deputy coroner who has been certified by the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet and may include an autopsy performed by a pathologist. See Kentucky Statutes 72.405

History: Created 1978 Ky. Acts ch. 93, sec. 10, effective June 17, 1978.

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