Office of the Chief Medical Examiner

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) is a government agency responsible for investigating deaths that are sudden, unexplained, or result from criminal activity. Medical examiners, who are licensed physicians, conduct autopsies to determine the cause and manner of death. Their work helps provide answers to families, support law enforcement in criminal cases, and contribute to public health data. The OCME also plays a key role in preventing future deaths by identifying trends in causes of death and working on related health initiatives.