Frontline program on right now about coroners

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The discussion centers around a Frontline program addressing the role of coroners in the legal system, particularly focusing on recent policy changes in South Carolina that require coroners to have at least a high school diploma. Participants express their shock at perceived gaps in the legal system regarding death investigations and the lack of federal regulation in this area.

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  • Some participants express shock at the legal requirements for coroners, highlighting the recent policy change in South Carolina.
  • Others question the lack of federal regulation in death investigations, noting its potential impact on court case outcomes.
  • A participant shares links to the Frontline program, suggesting it is available for viewing online.
  • Another participant mentions their experience with PBS programs, indicating a broader interest in the content produced by the network.

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Participants generally express agreement on the shocking nature of the issues raised, but there are competing views regarding the implications of the lack of regulation and the adequacy of current policies.

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There are unresolved questions about the implications of the policy changes and the regulatory framework surrounding death investigations, as well as the potential consequences for the legal system.

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Pretty shocking. Who knew there was such a gaping hole in our legal system that can have immense consequences. South Caroline *just* enacted policy that makes it a requirement for someone to have at least a high school diploma if they want to be a coroner.
 
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gravenewworld said:
Pretty shocking. Who knew there was such a gaping hole in our legal system that can have immense consequences. South Caroline *just* enacted policy that makes it a requirement for someone to have at least a high school diploma if they want to be a coroner.
You need to post something for us to read or watch.
 
gravenewworld said:
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/front...epage&utm_medium=bigimage&utm_source=bigimage



How is death investigation not federally regulated if it can be used to determine the outcomes of court cases? It's quite mind blowing.

That was quite shocking. I saw your post and thought I had missed it, but it came on two hours later locally.

For those who aren't aware, most of the Frontline programs are available to watch online.

I have even purchased a couple of videos about the financial crash from PBS.
 

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