How to Obtain an Autopsy Report in Arizona
Medical examiners conduct autopsies (thorough examinations of deceased bodies) to determine the cause of death and manner in which a death occurred. In the state of Arizona, autopsy reports are public records. Anyone can view the records or request copies, for a fee.
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Instructions
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Find out the fees to obtain autopsy reports by calling the Pima County Medical Examiner's Office at 520-243-8600. If you are not a family member of the deceased, you will have to pay a fee for autopsy reports.
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Request autopsy reports in writing from the Pima County Medical Examiner's Office. Include identifying information of the deceased such as a full name and date of death. Include payment for the report.
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Mail your request letter and accompanying documents to:
The Office of the Medical Examiner
2825 E. District Street
Tucson, Arizona 85714
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Tips & Warnings
Family members do not have to pay for autopsy reports.
Normally autopsy reports are available within six to eight weeks; however, it may take longer.
Make a copy of the autopsy request letter for your records.
References
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