Case Status

Check the status of Medical Examiner cases by selecting a query type.

Case Number Search: If you have a case number from the Institute, select “Case Number Search” to type in and search using the case number.

Advanced Search: If you do not have a case number from the Institute, select this option to search by name, date range, and gender.

The Case Status Tool provides basic information for Medical Examiner cases dating back 24 months.

• Funeral Home Directors: Download the Authorization to Release Form (English/Spanish).
  See additional information below.

• Media: Contact the Public Information Officer for news and information. All case status information is confirmed for media use.
  
• Family Members: For assistance and additional information contact us at (832) 927-5006.

Funeral Home Transporters:

Morgue Release Hours:

• Monday through Friday: 9a.m. to 5p.m.
• Weekends and Harris County-observed holidays: 12p.m. to 5p.m.

Release Requirements:

When arriving to pick up a deceased, Funeral Homes are required to present the following:

• Completed and signed Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Authorization to Release Form (click here for the Spanish-language document) - photocopies of this form are accepted
• Valid driver's license (photocopies are not accepted)