No pathologist, toxicologist, chemist, or other authorized person shall be required to inquire into the authority of the coroner to order an autopsy to be performed. Any authorized pathologist, toxicologist, chemist, or other authorized person who participates in an autopsy or post-mortem examination, upon request of the coroner, shall have immunity from any civil liability that might otherwise be incurred or imposed.
KRS 72.430
Pathologist, toxicologist, chemist -- Immunity from civil liability
Effective: June 17, 1978 History: Created 1978 Ky
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