Who is the Lake County coroner in Indiana?

Lake County Coroner-elect David Pastrick was on hand Wednesday for the swearing in ceremony at the Lake County Government Center.

Is coroner or Medical Examiner better?

Coroners are elected lay people who often do not have professional training, whereas medical examiners are appointed and have board-certification in a medical specialty. The coroner system has advantages, but they are heavily outweighed by its disadvantages.

How do I get an autopsy report in Indiana?

Can I get a copy of the autopsy report? An autopsy report is an investigative record. It can only be released to the next -of-kin or an insurance company who has a claim arising from the death per IC 36-2-14-18. For more information, contact us at 574-235-5038.

What is a coroner death?

A coroner is a government or judicial official who is empowered to conduct or order an inquest into the manner or cause of death, and to investigate or confirm the identity of an unknown person who has been found dead within the coroner’s jurisdiction.

What are 2 different types of deaths investigators may investigate?

Coroners and Medical Examiners Medical examiners investigate deaths due to homicide, suicide, or accidental violence, and deaths of persons unattended by a physician, or who succumbed to a contagious disease.

Who is the new coroner in Lake County IL?

December 1, 2020 Newly elected Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek was sworn into office this morning by 19th Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Diane Winter. Banek, who was elected to her first term, was one of four countywide officials sworn into office today.

Who is new Lake County coroner Jennifer Banek?

Newly elected Lake County Coroner Jennifer Banek was sworn into office this morning by 19th Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Diane Winter. Banek, who was elected to her first term, was one of four countywide officials sworn into office today.

What does the coroner do?

The Coroner will investigate any case of unusual nature to provide evidence for the judicial system.

Who was sworn into office today in Lake County?

Banek, who was elected to her first term, was one of four countywide officials sworn into office today. The others are newly elected Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, and Lake County Recorder of Deeds Mary Ellen Vanderventer and Lake County Circuit Court Clerk Erin Cartwright Weinstein, who were both re-elected to their positions.