015-6 Wyo. Code R. §§ 6-3 - General

(a) The Coroner shall work jointly with all law enforcement agencies having jurisdiction in a death scene investigation.

(b) The Coroner has jurisdiction over and shall take custody of the body.

(c) The Coroner shall assume responsibility for the property of the deceased.

(d) Evidence is the responsibility of law enforcement and/or the Coroner.

(e) The Coroner shall protect the chain of custody for any evidence in their custody.

(f) The Coroner shall provide for transportation, security, and preservation of the deceased until released to the next of kin or their designee.

(g) The Coroner shall pronounce death, and record the date, time, and location.

(h) The Coroner shall provide for the notification of next of kin.

(i) The Coroner shall provide the office staff and investigators:

(i) Safe and adequate equipment to perform any duties of the office; and

(ii) Adequate and appropriate safety and personal protective equipment suitable for the circumstances of the investigation.

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015-6 Wyo. Code R. §§ 6-3