Texas · Texas Code of Criminal Procedure
Tex. Code Crim. Proc. § 49A.101: CREATION OF OFFICE REQUIRED IN CERTAIN COUNTIES; AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH OFFICE
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Counties with populations exceeding 2.5 million must establish and maintain a medical examiner's office. Other counties may voluntarily establish one.
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