Requires certain training for coroners and coroner's deputies

Title of bill

An act to amend the county law, in relation to training requirements for coroners and coroner's deputies

Purpose or general idea of bill

This legislation requires training for coroners and coroner's deputies prior to taking office.

Summary of specific provisions

Section 1 of this legislation requires each coroner and coroner's deputy to attend and successfully complete state-approved courses in medical- legal investigation. The cost shall be borne by the individual provided that the County may at its discretion reimburse the individual. Courses shall be prescribed, certified and credited in rules promulgated by DOS in consultation with DCJS, DOH, NYSP, SED, and other interested groups such as the New York State Association of Coroners and medical examiners. Rules shall establish the frequency and duration for successful completion of any such course and may prescribe heightened levels of training for any newly elected or appointed coroner or coroner's deputy.

Section 2 is the effective date.

Justification

Coroners play an important role in the examination of an individual's death, as the individuals tasked with determining cause of death. Due to the important role these individuals play setting up a required training is paramount. This legislation ensures that these individuals task with the important role as coroner are trained to minimum standards and specifications so that they can complete their job in as exceptional a manner as possible.

Prior legislative history

New Bill.

Fiscal implications

None.

Effective date

This act shall take effect 180 days after it shall have become law.