Nevada § 259.053 - Postmortem examination by forensic pathologist: Determination of cause of death; death certificate
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 259.053 — Postmortem examination by forensic pathologist: Determination of cause of death; death certificate, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 259.053. Postmortem examination by forensic pathologist: Determination of cause of death; death certificate
If a forensic pathologist performs a postmortem examination on a body under the jurisdiction
of the coroner: 1. The forensic pathologist shall determine the cause of death of the decedent; and 2. The certifier of death shall record on the death certificate the exact cause of
death as determined by the forensic pathologist.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 259.053
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 259.053 cover?
Section 259.053 ("Postmortem examination by forensic pathologist: Determination of cause of death; death certificate") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. 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 Nevada § 259.053?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 259.053" (Nevada). 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 Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 259.053 apply to my situation?
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