Weekly Town Hall – Coroners from Bingham County, Bonneville County, and Madison County will discuss issues that they and other coroners across the state are having.

Bingham County Coroner Jimmy Roberts, Bonneville County Corner Shante Shantez, and Madison County Coroner Dr. Sam Butikofer will have a panel discussion focused on helping the public understand the role of the coroner and when a death falls under coroner jurisdiction. The discussion will clarify common misconceptions and explain how coroners respond to sudden, unexpected, unattended, or non natural deaths, as well as how they work alongside law enforcement, EMS, hospitals, and families.

They will walk through the death investigation process from initial notification through scene response, documentation, and review of medical history. They will discuss how information is gathered, how decisions are made, and the importance of clear communication with families during difficult and emotional circumstances.  They will also identify issues facing Idaho’s death investigation system, including access to forensic pathologists, delays in autopsies, etc., and how these issues affect families and the broader justice system: and ongoing efforts to improve the system throughout Idaho with emphasis on transparency and public trust.

Coroners are elected officials and it is important for us to understand their role as their decisions can have significant effects on families and community.

Snake River Event Center (Shilo Inn), 780 Lindsay Blvd., Idaho Falls
6:30pm (Doors open at 6:00pm)
We start promptly at 6:30