Autopsy; retention and disposal of specimens. (HB301)

Introduced By

Del. John O'Bannon (R-Richmond)

Progress

Introduced
Passed Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Signed by Governor
Became Law

Description

Autopsy; retention and disposal of specimens.  Authorizes the Chief Medical Examiner, assistant chief medical examiners, or their designees to perform an autopsy or examination they deem necessary and in the public interest to determine the identity or cause of death of the decedent, or to obtain evidence for forensic examination. This bill also provides that specimens collected during an autopsy or examination may be retained and shall be disposed of in accordance with state and federal law. Read the Bill »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed

History

DateAction
01/11/2010Committee
01/11/2010Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/10 10101285D
01/11/2010Referred to Committee on Health, Welfare and Institutions
01/28/2010Continued to 2011 in Health, Welfare and Institutions