Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 11G-2.002 - Identification

(1) If necessary to make an identification, or prior to the burial of any unidentified body, the medical examiner shall:

(a) Photograph and record a detailed description of the body; clothing, and personal effects;

(b) Obtain complete skeletal x-rays;

(c) Create thorough dental charts and x-rays;

(d) Retain samples for possible DNA profiling; and,

(e) Obtain a complete set of fingerprints, if possible, and these shall be forwarded to the Department by the medical examiner or through the investigating law enforcement agency.

(2) An identification photograph shall be taken of any body in the custody of the medical examiner.

(3) Unidentified remains of any person, in the custody of the medical examiner, that require a certificate of death pursuant to Section 382.008, F.S., shall not be cremated, donated for anatomic dissection, or buried at sea.

Notes

Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 11G-2.002

Rulemaking Authority 406.04 FS. Law Implemented 406.11, 406.13, 406.145 FS.

New 10-18-81, Formerly 11G-2.02, Amended 8-22-00, 3-21-07, 5-21-12.

New 10-18-81, Formerly 11G-2.02, Amended 8-22-00, 3-21-07, 5-21-12.