What does it mean that the case is pending?

You may be initially informed that the Cause and Manner of Death are “Pending ”.  Pending simply refers that the Cause and Manner of Death are still under investigation.  Pending cases may be cleared in as little as two days or may remain pending for several months depending on information made available by the GBI Department of Forensic Sciences. 

The average pending case in Georgia is cleared in 8 - 12 weeks.  You will be contacted as soon as the investigation results are complete.  The Next of Kin will be the first to be notified of all completed pending cases.  For this reason, if you move or change your phone number, it is imperative you inform our office.