Countywide elected office
DeKalb County Coroner
The Coroner investigates deaths that fall within the office's legal jurisdiction and maintains related official records.
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Records and public oversight
The official office page provides contact and service information. County committee records carry public budget and oversight actions.
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Authority
Who makes the decision
Voters elect the Coroner. State law defines the circumstances that require investigation and the office's authority over examinations, inquests, identification, and death records.
Public money
How it is funded
The office is funded through the County budget, with related fees or reimbursements where authorized.
Meeting rhythm
When the public work happens
The office does not have a regular policymaking meeting. Budget and oversight items generally move through the County's Law and Justice Committee and County Board.
Responsibilities
What this body controls
- Death investigations within statutory jurisdiction
- Identification, notification, and coordination with public-safety agencies
- Inquests and official findings when required
- Records maintained subject to privacy and disclosure law