§ 8626.2. Discretionary notification by coroner or medical examiner.
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§ 8626.2. Discretionary notification by coroner or medical examiner.
(a)Notification.-- Except as set forth in subsection (b), a coroner or medical examiner or designee may notify the applicable designated organ procurement organization of a person's death outside the hospital for the purpose of facilitating recovery of tissues for transplant.
(b)Exception.-- Notification shall not apply if:
(1)the person was admitted to the hospital at or around the time of death; or
(2)the notification to the coroner or medical examiner occurred more than 18 hours following the estimated time of the person's death.
20c8626.2v
(Oct. 23, 2018, P.L.594, No.90, eff. imd.)
2018 Amendment. Act 90 added section 8626.2.
20c8627s