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- A death should be reported to HM Coroner if*: The medical cause of death is unknown The death cannot readily be certified as being due to natural causes The deceased was not attended by a doctor during his or her last illness or was not seen within the 28 days prior to death There are any suspicious circumstances or any history of violence
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When a death is reported to a coroner, they: • decide whether an investigation is needed; and if it is, • investigate to establish the identity of the person who has died; how, when,
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May 17, 2018 · A coroner to whom a death has been notified has legal authority over the body for as long as is necessary for enquiries and investigation into the death. The coroner will release the body to the bereaved family for burial or cremation as soon as practicable.
Feb 24, 2014 · The 'Guide to coroner services' is intended for bereaved people and others who may be affected by a coroner investigation or are attending a coroner’s inquest.
Feb 2, 2021 · It is a common law offence to obstruct a Coroner, whether by disposing of a body before a Coroner can openly inquire into the circumstances of a death or acting to prevent an inquest. What...
death is reportable to the CORONER under S.1 Coroners and Justice Act 2009 if the cause of death is violent, unnatural, unknown or occurred whilst in custody or State detention. You should also...
A death should be reported to HM Coroner if*: The medical cause of death is unknown. The death cannot readily be certified as being due to natural causes. The deceased was not attended by a doctor during his or her last illness or was not seen within the 28 days prior to death. There are any suspicious circumstances or any history of violence.
