Texas · Texas Code of Criminal Procedure
Tex. Code Crim. Proc. § 49.01: DEFINITIONS.(a) In this chapter:(1) "Autopsy" means a post mortem examination of the body of a person, including X-rays and an examination of the internal organs and structures after dissection, to determine the cause of death or the nature of any pathological changes that may have contributed to th
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This statute defines key terms used in autopsy and inquest procedures, including what constitutes an autopsy, inquest, inquest hearing, institution, and physician for purposes of this chapter.
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