Death Investigation: Cause, Manner and Mechanism of Death and the Investigative Process
Charleston, SC · Sep 22–23, 2026 · 16 hours · $325.00
Instructor
Michael Murphy
Description
This course provides participants an understanding of the legal definitions of cause, manner, and mechanism of death, as well as the investigative process necessary to accurately determine the circumstances surrounding a death. Participants will learn to identify a wide variety of injuries, understand the role of the coroner/medical examiner, and apply coordinated investigative practices to ensure thorough and defensible case outcomes.
The program also explores the origins of the coroner-medical legal system, the importance of utilizing trained forensic pathologists, and the integration of forensic resources to enhance investigative accuracy.
The program also explores the origins of the coroner-medical legal system, the importance of utilizing trained forensic pathologists, and the integration of forensic resources to enhance investigative accuracy.
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