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Board approves policy for Medical Examiner when physician refuses to sign death certificate
Summary
Calumet County approved a policy to govern Medical Examiner procedures when a physician refuses to sign a death certificate; the motion carried unanimously on April 21, 2026.
The Calumet County Board approved a policy addressing the Medical Examiner's actions when a physician refuses to sign a death certificate. The policy was moved by Supervisor LaTour and seconded by Supervisor Budde; the motion carried unanimously with 20 ayes and 1 excused.
Minutes state the board "approved the policy for Medical Examiner when physician refuses to sign a death certificate." The action was categorized as 'special business' during the organizational meeting and will be included in county policy documentation.
