The Coroner takes charge of a person after death if the circumstances are unknown or suspicious or if there is no physician present. The Coroner can authorize an autopsy, or open an investigation if needed, and must write a report and certify the death certificate.
21 years old, US citizen, resident of county for one year, must attend coroner's school within one year of taking office (sponsored or endorsed by Idaho state association of coroners)
Filing Requirements
file declaration with the clerk, $40 fee, County Clerk C-1 Form & Reports, 5 signatures from County verified prior to filing