Kentucky Revised Statutes Title IX. Counties, Cities, and Other Local Units § 72.210.Purpose of Office of the Kentucky State Medical Examiner

In enacting legislation establishing an Office of the Kentucky State Medical Examiner for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, it is not the intention of the General Assembly to abolish or interfere with the coroner in his role as a constitutionally elected peace officer. It is the intention of the General Assembly for the office to aid, assist, and complement the coroner in the performance of his duties by providing medical assistance to him in determining causes of death.