KRS 72.400: Legislative intent.

In enacting legislation relating to coroners, the General Assembly recognizes that the

coroner is an elected constitutional peace officer. The General Assembly also recognizes

that the ascertainment of the cause and manner of death in cases in which the co roner has

jurisdiction is an essential governmental service. It is the intent of KRS 72.410 to 72.470

to encourage the coroner to participate in approved training sessions to improve his skills

for the Commonwealth and to cooperate with the Office of the K entucky State Medical

Examiner administered by the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet.