History

Where did the term Coroner come from?  The King of England 500 years ago sent an official known as the Crowner to figure out how much money was due to the crown from the estate of anybody who died.  Later that official also was called upon to determine the cause of death.  The title “Crowner” evolved into “Coroner”.

The Coroner is the legal representative of the people of Grant County who conducts investigations of and has jurisdiction of the remains of all deceased persons who come to their death suddenly when in apparent good health without medical attendance within the thirty-six hours preceding death or where death occurs under suspicious circumstances.  Once cause of death has been determined, the Coroner’s office certifies the findings on the death certificate.