The job of a coroner is to confirm and certify the death of an individual. This is usually a government official in a particular jurisdiction.
Coroners almost always work for government on some level. Just about every level of jurisdiction has coroners working for them in some capacity.
starting out coroners only make 45,000 a year
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In Canada coroners earn an average salary of $36,403 to $67,843 for an entry level position. However, after twenty years in the field many coroners earn over $100,000.
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The number of coroners in the United States varies, but there are approximately 2,500 to 3,000 coroners and medical examiners across the country. The specific number can fluctuate due to differences in state laws, local jurisdictions, and varying responsibilities among offices. Coroners may be elected officials or appointed, depending on the state and local regulations.
(in the US) Not all jurisdictions have Coroners Juries ore conduct inquests.
George Rogerson has written: 'A letter to the reform corporations on the necessity of electing medical coroners' -- subject(s): Coroners 'THE CIRCLE'
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The state's coroners are members of the judicial branch. In each parish a coroner is elected for a term of four years. Coroners must generally be licensed doctors