How and when may personal possessions be claimed?
Any personal possessions in the custody of the Coroner are released to the legal next of kin at the time of death notification. A release form is required to receive any personal possessions. Clothing is not usually considered property. Unless there is a need to hold clothing as evidence, it is released to the mortuary with the body. Clothing that presents a health hazard may be disposed of for safety of all persons involved.
