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County Coroner-Medical Examiner in Hamilton County, New York
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- TBD
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County Coroner-Medical Examiner
About this position
The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is responsible for inquiring into the cause and manner of death of a citizen in their jurisdiction. The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is also responsible for completing test results, documenting evidence, completing autopsies, and providing testimonies.
Position Details
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 3 years
Eligibility Requirements
You must be at least 18 years old and live in the county where you are running to be elected coroner. In some counties the coroner is appointed by the county legislature. Coroners do not have to complete any formal training to fill the position. If a coroner is not a medical doctor, the county must appoint a coroner's physician. This is a licensed doctor who can perform autopsies.
Filing Requirements
No filing fee. Petitions must be signed by at least 5% of voters of the party residing within the said political unit, as determined by the preceding enrollment, or by at least 2,000 voters for cities/counties with a population of more than 250,000; 1,000 voters for cities/counties with a population of more than 25,000 but not more than 250,000; 500 voters for any other cities/counties/councilmanic districts; 500 voters for any county legislative district; whichever is less.
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
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