Michigan § 52.207 - Violent, unexpected or medically unattended deaths; investigation by county medical examiner; inquest.
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§ 52.207. Violent, unexpected or medically unattended deaths; investigation by county medical examiner; inquest.
Upon the written order of the prosecuting attorney or the attorney general or upon the filing of a petition signed by 6 electors of a county, the county medical examiner or deputy shall conduct an investigation, as provided in section 5, of the circumstances surrounding any death believed to have occurred in the county. Upon determination of the prosecuting attorney or upon the determination of the examiner an inquest shall be held by a district court judge or a municipal court judge.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 52.207 cover?
Section 52.207 ("Violent, unexpected or medically unattended deaths; investigation by county medical examiner; inquest.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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