La. Code Crim. Proc. art. 102
Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session, Chs. 3, 6-495, effective on or before 7/1/2024
The coroner may perform an autopsy in any death case or cause one to be performed by a competent physician. He shall do so:
(1) When there is a reasonable probability that the violation of a criminal statute has contributed to the death;(2) When ordered by the court, which order may be issued ex parte by the court either on its own motion or on application by the district attorney; or(3) In all other cases provided by law.