Coroner Inquests, 1886-2000
Scope and Contents
Investigations into causes of unattended deaths. Case files may contain summonses, subpoenas, coroner or jury verdict, summary of investigation or transcript of testimony. Information from these records includes name, residence, occupation and physical description of deceased, date and site of investigation, inventory of personal affects, cause of death and names of jurors and witnesses.
Dates
- 1886-2000
Language of Materials
English
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research though some record types may be restricted. See notes in the container list.
Extent
From the Collection: 733 cubic feet + 11 volumes
Arrangement
For inquests dated 1886-1900, arrangement is chronological. For inquests dated 1900 forward, arrangement is numerical by inquest case number.
Physical Description
12.5 cf
Repository Details
Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
(307) 777-7826
wyarchive@wyo.gov