Medical Examiner's Report
/ˈmɛdɪkəl ɪɡˈzæmɪnərz rɪˈpɔrt/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal document produced by a medical examiner detailing the findings of an autopsy and the cause and manner of death.
The medical examiner's report clarified the exact cause of the victim's death for the court.
Forms
- medical examiner's report
- medical examiner's reports
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Commentary
This term is typically used in criminal and civil investigations to provide legally admissible evidence regarding death; precision in detailing cause and manner of death is critical.
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