FL H0315

Amends s. 382.011 to specify that cases must be referred to the district medical examiner when a death involves circumstances listed in s. 406.11, occurs more than 12 months after the decedent's last treatment by a physician, or when there is reason to believe the death may have been due to unlawful act or neglect.

Funeral directors and other persons who become aware of such deaths must refer cases to the district medical examiner of the county where the death occurred or body was found for investigation and determination of cause of death.

Prohibits medical examiners and counties from charging members of the public a fee for examinations, investigations, or autopsies performed under s. 406.11.

Takes effect October 1, 2016.