ND HB1068

Establishes autopsy reports, working papers, notes, and autopsy photographs/recordings as confidential records with specific disclosure exceptions for law enforcement, prosecutors, coroners, and family members

Requires the report of death to become a public record 8 days after finalization, with next of kin receiving notification before public disclosure

Expands authorized recipients of autopsy reports to include the suicide fatality review commission and maternal mortality review committee when no active criminal investigation exists

Allows family members (spouse, adult children, parents) to view autopsy photographs at a medical examiner's office or obtain copies through court order with a protective order

Adds exception to funeral practice licensing requirements permitting unlicensed funeral establishment employees to perform gravesite or memorial services for cremated remains