Alabama § 45-27-60.05 - Medical Examiner’s Investigative Authority.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 45-27-60.05 — Medical Examiner’s Investigative Authority., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-27-60.05. Medical Examiner’s Investigative Authority.
While investigating a death pursuant to this article, the County Medical Examiner of Escambia County shall be authorized to take charge of the dead body, and the medical examiner or a law enforcement officer having jurisdiction, or the legal designee of the medical examiner, may take possession and examine or have examined related physical evidence on or about the body at the scene as may be useful in establishing identity of the deceased or the cause, manner, and circumstances of death. The county medical examiner shall examine the body externally and take, retain, and examine or have examined whatever biological fluids or other evidence from the body he or she deems necessary to determine the cause, manner, and circumstances of death and the identity of the deceased.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 45-27-60.05
What does Code of Alabama § 45-27-60.05 cover?
Section 45-27-60.05 ("Medical Examiner’s Investigative Authority.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 45-27-60.05?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 45-27-60.05" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alabama official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alabama attorney.
How does Alabama § 45-27-60.05 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alabama can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alabama.