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MS SB2010
Bill
AI Summary
- Extends the automatic repeal date of Section 41-61-75 from July 1, 2014 to July 1, 2021 for the statute prescribing medical examiner and pathologist fees
- Medical examiners receive $125 per completed death investigation report plus actual expenses, with an additional $50-$100 for SIDS Death Scene Investigation reports depending on advanced training credentials
- Pathologists performing autopsies receive $1,000 per completed autopsy plus mileage expenses and up to $100 reimbursement for third-party testing costs
- Medical examiners, physicians, and pathologists called as expert witnesses before grand juries, trials, or depositions are entitled to hourly expert witness fees set by the court plus mileage expenses, paid by the issuing jurisdiction or party
- Counties are responsible for paying all fees and expenses for medical examiner and pathologist services provided within their jurisdiction
Legislative Description
Medical examiner and pathologist fees for investigation of death and autopsies; extend repeal date.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2017
Committee Referrals
Public Health and Welfare1/5/2017
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