About

The Wisconsin Coroners and Medical Examiners Association (WCMEA) serves as a vital professional organization dedicated to establishing and promoting standardized medicolegal death investigation practices across the state. Operating in alignment with accepted operational guidelines, WCMEA actively drafts and advances legislation that facilitates standardized professional practice and office administration, while firmly deterring any statutory changes that could compromise public health and safety. This ongoing legislative advocacy ensures that death investigation protocols across Wisconsin's diverse county-based systems remain modern, rigorous, and strictly aligned with state legal requirements.

To foster a unified community dedicated to excellence and integrity, the WCMEA offers structured membership tiers tailored to various facets of the medicolegal and public safety fields. While active membership serves county coroners, medical examiners, chief deputies, and investigators, we also provide associate membership for funeral directors, law enforcement personnel, and other allied agency professionals, as well as continuing membership options for retired practitioners.

Through this inclusive framework, the WCMEA delivers extensive educational resources, regular training conferences, and vital networking opportunities, ensuring that all professionals - regardless of whether they serve a large urban center or a small rural county - have equal access to the developmental tools required to confidently perform their duties.

Our Mission

To establish and promote standardized professional practice among coroners, medical examiners, and their staff as set forth by accepted operational guidelines. To draft and advance legislation that facilitates standardized professional practice and administration of the office for the safety and well-being of the citizenry, and to deter any legislation that is detrimental to this mission or the Association.

FAQ's

Q: Who can join the association?

A: WCMEA offers four membership types: Active, Continuing, Associate, and Honorary. Active membership is for currently serving coroners, medical examiners, deputies, and investigators, while other categories support past professionals or related fields.

Q: How much are membership dues, and when are they due?

A: Annual dues are $50 and follow a July 1-to-June 30th fiscal year, with payment required to remain in good standing.

Q: Does the association offer conferences or training events?

A: WCMEA offers conferences, workshops, and continuing education opportunities to help members stay current with forensic and investigative practices.

Q: Are there standard protocols or guidelines available?

A: Yes. A core mission of WCMEA is to promote standardized professional practices and operational guidelines across Wisconsin. We are currently in the process of redesigning our website and updating member resources, so stay tuned!

Q: How can members get involved in committees?

A: Members can participate in committees such as Education, Legislative, Newsletter, Ethics, and Digital Information committees to contribute to the profession. Contact a member of the BOD to volunteer.

Q: How do I access the member portal?

A: Members can log in through the WCMEA website using their assigned credentials to access resources and information.