The Coroner's Office in Sacramento County, California is responsible for investigating and determining the cause and manner of deaths that occur within the jurisdiction. They investigate deaths that are sudden, unexpected, violent, or suspicious, and work to provide information to assist law enforcement, families, and the community in understanding the circumstances surrounding a person's death. The Coroner's Office also manages the collection and storage of data related to deaths for statistical and public health purposes.
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This document outlines the protocol for requesting an autopsy from Sacramento County, California for cases that occurred outside of the county.