Brief HistoryThe Sacramento City Cemetery began in late 1849 and is over 30 acres in size with over 30,000 burials. California Law requires the Coroner to inquire into and determine the circumstances, manner, and cause of sudden deaths where the attending physician is unable to determine the cause of death or the death is the result of homicide, suicide, accidental or undetermined means. If you're looking for a death certificate or report, please visit our If you have questions, please contact us. the coroner's office and staff from 1958-2001; and copies of inquests from 1850-1934. 99-0298. The Sacramento County Coroner's Office promptly investigates deaths that fall under our jurisdiction as dictated under California Government Code 27491. However it is likely that more burials occurred prior to 1903, and many more may have been buried on the County Hospital Grounds. a death record. A marker is placed at each indigent burial site. Sacramento County Hospital deaths and burials WorldCat Sacramento County . who is conducting official business. To report an emergency in progress, call 911. | //