THE CORONER’S COURT

The Coroner does not have the power to find anyone guilty of any crime, or to punish anyone for what they may or may not have done. The Coroner can, however, make a finding into how or why a person died, make recommendations to prevent similar tragedies, or even recommend that a person or persons be charged with a crime.

Coming before a Coroner can be a very difficult and stressful time. It may be that a loved one has died, and you have been summonsed to tell the Coroner what you know. Alternatively, the Coroner may suspect you of involvement in a death. Either way, it is important you seek legal advice and consider whether you wish to have legal representation at the hearing.

Please chose from the list of articles below.

		SHOULD THIS DEATH BE REPORTED TO THE CORONER? Coroners Court - Criminal Law Article.
		WHEN CAN AN INQUEST BE HELD? Coroners Court - Criminal Law Article.
		WHAT OTHER POWERS DOES THE CORONER HAVE? Coroners Court - Criminal Law Article.
		APPEARING AS A WITNESS IN THE CORONERS COURT? Coroners Court - Criminal Law Article.
		WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT THE INQUEST? Coroners Court - Criminal Law Article.

DISCLAIMER

The information contained within the following criminal law articles was accurate at the time it was published but should be used only as a guideline. You should confirm the accuracy of this information with us or another solicitor before relying upon it.

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It is most important that you understand that each criminal case is different. While the material in these articles is intended to be relevant to the majority of cases, it may not apply to every case.